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Mercedes calls for F1 simplification after Malaysia chaos

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Mercedes urged F1 to simplify cars after a rain-delayed Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang was pushed back over 90 minutes when several cars stalled on the formation lap, requiring an FIA software fix. The race eventually ran, but the incident sparked calls for change.

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How the sources differ

The Race focuses on Mercedes' upgrade confusion, while Motorsport.com leads on the team's call for simplification after the Sepang chaos. ESPN F1 covers Malaysia's potential return and travel issues, and r/formula1 shares FIA president Ben Sulayem's comments on a five-year business plan.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete coverage of the incident, including the delay, stalling cars, and Mercedes' reaction, with an image.

Coverage

The action Mercedes can take over confusing F1 upgrade

The Race ·

Could Malaysia return to F1 calendar? The state of play despite Sepang travel chaos

ESPN F1 ·

Mercedes calls for F1 simplification after "fiendishly complex" cars cause Malaysia chaos

Recommended Motorsport.com ·

On social

F1 return to Sepang possible but Malaysia needs a five-year business plan, says FIA president Ben Sulayem

r/formula1 ·