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FIA warns against loophole tricks for 2026 rules

Sep.18 FIA single-seater chief Nikolas Tombazis has warned Formula 1 teams not to gamble on regulatory loopholes as the sport prepares for sweeping changes in 2026. Drawing parallels with the infamous ‘double diffuser' saga of 2009, Tombazis told Formula Passion the governing body will adopt a stricter approach this time. 'In that case, there was communication between the FIA and some teams, but not with all of them. That's why there were people who interpreted the rules differently,' he said. 'At the same time, it is an absolute priority for us to make the rules understandable for everyone.' He said teams have been told in no uncertain terms that ambiguity will not be tolerated....
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