Steve Rider - 5 Ways I Would Improve Formula 1

STEVE RIDER: 5 WAYS I WOULD IMPROVE FORMULA 1 After 35 years of reporting from the track, sports broadcaster Steve Rider knows a thing or two about Formula 1. In his new book, he mentions five ways it could be improved to offer a better experience for both fans and teams alike. Do you agree with Steve? 01 MORE OVERTAKING WHY? Allow cars to follow each other more closely by reducing aerodynamic downforce levels, revise regulations on brakes to extend braking distances, and encourage the inclusion of more potential for overtaking when designing new circuits. More opportunities for close racing, less reliance on pit strategies and DRS - a more exciting race for drivers and viewers! 02 FEWER RACES WHY? Reduce the number of races on the calendar and focus on well-loved historic venues like Spa, Monaco, Monza and Silverstone. Team travel costs are reduced, race-day crowds are bigger and more races are likely to be action-packed. MOVE QUALIFYING 03 WHY? TO À FRIDAY More on-track action for Only have one practice session in the morning and move qualifying to the Friday spectators and potentially higher TV viewing figures on Friday and Saturday. afternoon. LAP TIME 2.05.599 04 ADD A SATURDAY "SPRINT RACE WHY? Replace the Saturday morn- ing practice session with a warm-up and schedule a short "sprint' race in the afternoon. Quite simply - more racing action for everyone! 05 AWARD MORE POINTS WHY? Award World Championship points for both the Saturday afternoon 'Sprint race and Sunday Grand Prix. A more competitive championship for both drivers and teams alike, and more excitement for spectators and viewers. @haynesbooks HaynesBooks Haynes Steve Rider's television experience spans the whole range of British motorsport, from domestic Championships to rallying. In My Chequered Career, Steve offers his unique insight into the fast-changing world of Formula 1 and its sometimes volatile relationship with British television. More info: www.haynes.co.uk/steve-rider STEVE RIDER: 5 WAYS I WOULD IMPROVE FORMULA 1 After 35 years of reporting from the track, sports broadcaster Steve Rider knows a thing or two about Formula 1. In his new book, he mentions five ways it could be improved to offer a better experience for both fans and teams alike. Do you agree with Steve? 01 MORE OVERTAKING WHY? Allow cars to follow each other more closely by reducing aerodynamic downforce levels, revise regulations on brakes to extend braking distances, and encourage the inclusion of more potential for overtaking when designing new circuits. More opportunities for close racing, less reliance on pit strategies and DRS - a more exciting race for drivers and viewers! 02 FEWER RACES WHY? Reduce the number of races on the calendar and focus on well-loved historic venues like Spa, Monaco, Monza and Silverstone. Team travel costs are reduced, race-day crowds are bigger and more races are likely to be action-packed. MOVE QUALIFYING 03 WHY? TO À FRIDAY More on-track action for Only have one practice session in the morning and move qualifying to the Friday spectators and potentially higher TV viewing figures on Friday and Saturday. afternoon. LAP TIME 2.05.599 04 ADD A SATURDAY "SPRINT RACE WHY? Replace the Saturday morn- ing practice session with a warm-up and schedule a short "sprint' race in the afternoon. Quite simply - more racing action for everyone! 05 AWARD MORE POINTS WHY? Award World Championship points for both the Saturday afternoon 'Sprint race and Sunday Grand Prix. A more competitive championship for both drivers and teams alike, and more excitement for spectators and viewers. @haynesbooks HaynesBooks Haynes Steve Rider's television experience spans the whole range of British motorsport, from domestic Championships to rallying. In My Chequered Career, Steve offers his unique insight into the fast-changing world of Formula 1 and its sometimes volatile relationship with British television. More info: www.haynes.co.uk/steve-rider