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Changes to help overtaking a 'game-changer' says GPDA's Wurz
Alex Wurz, the chairman of the Grand Prix Drivers Association, is delighted with Formula 1 and the FIA's decision to alter next year's technical rules to help improve overtaking. Earlier this week, the F1 Commission voted through a series of changes for 2019 which - among other tweaks - include a wider simpler front wing destined to decrease turbulent air in the wake of a car, therefore allow for closer racing. Former Williams and Benetton driver Wurz praised all parties for forcing the issue and bringing the changes about. "It could be the starting point for a game-changer," said the GPDA boss and 69-Grand Prix veteran. "We are very happy that Liberty, with the FIA, have...
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