F1 commission cuts race distance and removes three-hour limit
The Formula 1 commission met in London and agreed regulatory changes for the 2027 season, including a 15 km cut in total race distance from 305 km to 290 km (about two to three laps) and the removal of the three-hour limit on races while keeping a two-hour active racing cap and introducing a hard stop time. The FIA said the moves aim to give spectators the best chance to see a full race, avoiding events like the 2021 Belgian grand prix; the commission also agreed more flexible interrupted practice time and removal of gearbox homologation to preserve supplier development freedom.
Total race distance reduced to 290 km from 305 km.
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Races have seen weather and interruption issues in recent years. The commission met in London and approved these rule changes. The rules will apply starting in 2027 and may change race operations and development freedom.
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