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FIA criticised by Coulthard over 2026 F1 rules response

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David Coulthard

David Coulthard criticised the FIA for failing to act sooner on 2026 F1 rules. The FIA blamed manufacturers for resistance, while outlets analyse the regulation problems.

David Coulthard

How the sources differ

Motorsport.com leads on Coulthard's criticism; RaceFans echoes his warning. Autosport and Crash.net explain why the FIA couldn't intervene sooner. F1i reports the FIA blaming manufacturers. PlanetF1 lists season disappointments.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com's article is the most complete, has an image, is not paywalled, and covers Coulthard's criticism and the FIA response.

Coverage

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