In recent weeks, momentum has been building within F1 for the final rookie sprint race of the season to be held after the season finale, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Plans to hold the race at the end of the 2024 season have now been shelved following an F1 committee meeting.
According to a statement released by the FIAF1's governing body said its plans were put on hold due to concerns about scheduling such a race at short notice, as well as logistical considerations. However, the FIA believes such an event could occur during or after the 2025 campaign.
“The concept of a 'rookie race' to be added to the 2024 postseason test schedule in Abu Dhabi was discussed. Although the concept received widespread support, due to timing and organizational constraints, it was decided that the event would not take place in 2024, with discussions continuing to develop potential concepts and plans for 2025. You can ”
The decision came days after Red Bull's senior advisor, Dr. Helmut Marko. shown Promising drivers Izak Hajar and Ayumu Iwasa will lead the team in such events. “We have strong juniors in our program like Izak Hajar and Ayumu Iwasa. We're going to use them during our rookie sprint,” Marco said. motorsport.
They and the other newcomers will have to wait until at least 2025.
