Ben Sulayem admits FIA mistakes over 2026 rules

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has admitted to errors in the controversial 2026 regulations after criticism from drivers like Carlos Sainz and Lewis Hamilton. He acknowledged that while there have been mistakes, competition has improved over the season, and the FIA is open to making necessary adjustments, although changes require consensus among teams and manufacturers.

Attention is shifting towards future engine regulations, with discussions about potentially returning to V8 engines by 2031. Ben Sulayem highlighted the importance of sound, simplicity, and cost savings in new engine designs, and confirmed that talks are in progress regarding the use of fully sustainable fuel for these engines, emphasizing the need to prioritize drivers' perspectives in the decision-making process.