Michael Masi denies that the black and white flag will lead to dangerous driving

Formula 1's race director, Michael Masi, believes that the use of black and white flags will not lead to drivers trying to push the limits and drive more dangerously. Charles Leclerc was shown the black and white flag during the Italian Grand Prix and pundits and fans are worried that the use of the flag will become more common.

"I don't think they will act more dangerous," Masi said to Autosport. "They may be looking at things slightly more, but they are on the border and you can step over that border relatively easily.

Masi can decide if someone should be shown a black and white flag but it is the stewards who have the power to penalize a driver.

Hopefully, the drivers will respect the rules and we won't see an increase in dangerous driving.