Lando Norris has retracted his demand for Max Verstappen to apologize for their Formula 1 crash in Austria, stating that the incident was a ‘small but costly mistake’ and that no apology is necessary. The McLaren driver now calls for clearer regulations on defensive driving to prevent similar incidents in the future, highlighting the importance of safety in the high-stakes world of F1 racing.
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FIA’s Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis has addressed concerns surrounding the safety and reliability of the movable aero systems set to be introduced in the 2026 Formula 1 regulations. Tombazis has revealed that driver control will be the primary focus, similar to the current Drag Reduction System (DRS), with rigorous testing to ensure failures are avoided.