Bernie Ecclestone wants more GPs with double points

The measurement of double points at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is far from unanimous, whether in the F1 paddock or among fans. The consequences of this trick created to spice up the Championship could be considerable while the F1 is undergoing a major metamorphosis. Many people hope that the F1 Strategy Group and the F1 Commission, made up of representatives of the five historic teams (Ferrari, Red Bull, McLaren, Williams et Mercedes) and Lotus, will backtrack before the start of the season.

However, Bernie Ecclestone seems won over by the measure even if he would like it to be imposed only on several races. “Personally, I would prefer the last three races to offer double points”, commented the director of the FOM in The Daily Telegraph. “But it could also be that this rule will be canceled at the next meeting in January. I think we should have all three races or nothing at all. Double points for the last three races would allow the Championship to remain interesting until the end for everyone, whether spectators, press or television. »