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F1 qualifying shake-up agreed

F1's knockout qualifying system is to undergo a radical shake-up - potentially as early as the new 2016 season - in a bid to introduce more unpredictability into race weekends. The FIA has confirmed the F1 Commission unanimously voted to revamp the current three-part Saturday format when it met to discuss future rules in Geneva on Tuesday. The governing body has also announced plans to introduce 'some form of cockpit protection' for 2017 with the halo concept 'currently the preferred option'. New bodywork regulations will also be introduced for next season in order to 'create more exciting cars, delivering additional downforce to increase speeds and lower lap times.' Qualifying to be...
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