British American Racing boss David Richards has promised Grand Prix fans a vintage season next year after Formula One chiefs unveiled plans to spice up the sport. Team bosses have given their backing to the changes announced yesterday to alter qualifying, ban team orders and award extra championship points.
“I suggest that next season is probably going to be vintage F1 again,” said Richards following the Formula One Commission meeting at Heathrow.
“I believe personally that it is everything that is needed but we will have to wait for the middle of next season to see what effect it has really had. We are in a cyclical situation here, not the death throws of F1. We needed some change and that's what we've done in a sensible and intelligent way.
“I am sure they will work. Some cynics might suggest it is not enough, but F1 has been very successful for 20 years and doing too much might have tipped the balance too much the other way.”
Filed by Johnny Proby
