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Coulthard: Miami GP won't reveal true impact of F1 rule changes
26 April 2026Racingnews365AnalysisRumor

Coulthard: Miami GP won't reveal true impact of F1 rule changes

David Coulthard cautions that the Miami GP's street circuit nature and sprint format make it a poor indicator for new F1 technical changes aimed at improving racing. He believes the adjustments, including a reduced power boost for overtaking, will decrease pass numbers but increase their quality, with the true impact only becoming clear over several races.

Former F1 driver David Coulthard warns that the upcoming Miami Grand Prix will not provide a clear verdict on the effectiveness of recent car modifications, citing the circuit's layout and the sprint weekend format as complicating factors. He predicts the changes, particularly a reduction in overtake 'boost' power, will lead to fewer but more meaningful on-track passes.

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