“If they don’t want to race in Formula 1…”

MEnos is more than that. Many current Formula 1 drivers defend this opinion regarding to a suffocating calendar of top prizes. There are currently 24, and there are rumors that there may be more in the future, although in 2025 it will remain at 24. Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen These are two of the people who were most critical of so many races.

The Dutchman even said that We won’t see it for many years if this much racing continues. and the Asturian has repeatedly said that there should be much fewer top prizes and that 18 would be good, especially considering the trips that the entire team staff must undertake. These statements found no response in Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali

which has complete vision for both pilots.

Despite criticism from two great symbols of the “Main Circus”, Domenicali continues his thirteenth and third career. explained that 24 is the perfect number: “I think 24 is the optimal number for now. The good news this year is that I promised the teams and the promoter that I would announce the schedule much earlier than usual so that everyone is ready.”

I think 24 is the optimal number for now.

Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1 CEO

When asked about comments from the most experienced pilots such as Alonso, Verstappen or Hamilton, the CEO was clear. He commented on this No one is obliged to stay in Formula 1 if they are not comfortable.

with this decision, but it is firm. “I think 24 is better than 12. If you want to race here you can do it every day, if you don’t want to race in Formula 1 you don’t have to,” he said emphatically.

If you want to race here you can do it every day, if you don’t want to race in Formula 1 you don’t have to.

Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1 CEO

The pilots owe it to the fans

According to Domenicali, anti-calendar comments are selfish, because the fans want as many days off as possible and Formula 1 owes it to their fans. “It’s a matter of respect for the fans because they want to see them compete. This is our responsibility to all our fans, to our partners, to our promoters, our sponsors and our intermediaries,” he explained.

It’s a matter of respect for the fans because they want to see them compete.

Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1 CEO

He also threw a dart at those pilots criticizing the calendar because If they like what they do, they shouldn’t complain.: “That’s the magic of the sport we live in, because we need heroes who love what they do. And they probably like it.”