Vasseur drops harsh verdict on current F1 regulations: ‘I have mixed feelings’

The 58-year-old, who has watched his Ferrari team turn a corner with victories for both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc during the first half of the campaign, admitted that he has mixed feelings about the current regulations.

Vasseur, however, opted for a measured approach to his criticism, acknowledging the positives while also highlighting some of the shortcomings of the new rules. Speaking in an interview with French outlet Auto Hebdo, the Ferrari team boss explained:

Vasseur went on to highlight the recent Belgian Grand Prix as an example of how energy management has become a crucial part of racing under the current regulations.

The Ferrari boss then turned his attention to what he considers one of the major drawbacks of the current regulations, arguing that the reduction in engine power has taken away some of the challenge from iconic corners.

“But I think that between 2027 and 2028, we will correct this, rebalancing the thermal/electric ratio, while maintaining the same maximum power,” he concluded.

The current F1 regulations have attracted a steady wave of criticism, with several drivers, including Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso, also voicing concerns about the direction of the sport under the new rules.

While criticism of the current regulations continues to mount, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has stepped forward to defend the new era. The 61-year-old acknowledged that there has been considerable debate surrounding the technical regulations but insisted that the championship has remained fascinating throughout the campaign.

Domenicali also pointed to the positive reception from fans, arguing that the current regulations have helped Formula 1 attract a new wave of viewers and maintain strong interest throughout the season.