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F1 sprint races confirmed for 2021

The plan to trial three sprint races in 2021 has finally been confirmed following a meeting of the Formula 1 Commission on Monday. F1 investigated the idea of reverse-grid sprint races but this year landed on the compromise of a shorter Saturday qualifying race, with the result determining the grid for the main grand prix on a Sunday. The sprint race – known as Sprint Qualifying – would not be reverse grid, but instead have its order set by a session on the Friday, with an initial three-race trial proposed. Related Norris has made the next step as a driver - Seidl Japanese GP to stay at Suzuka until 2024 Ferrari can beat McLaren this year - Sainz That idea has now been...
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