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F1 races to return to standard distance in 2028 after shortening for 2027
Image source: Getty Images
Image caption: The maximum distance of a Formula 1 race will be reduced by 15km in 2027
By Andrew Benson
F1 correspondent
Published 15 minutes ago
Formula 1 grands prix will return to their standard distance of 305km (189.5 miles) in 2028, reversing a temporary reduction introduced for next season.
The maximum distance of a race was cut from 305km to 290km (180.2 miles) for 2027 due to a quirk surrounding changes to engine rules.
The new hybrid engines, criticised for reducing the impact of driver skill, will see a power split change to 60-40 by 2028, allowing for more maximum power during races.
This raised concerns about fuel consumption, leading to a clause in the 2027 rules reinstating the standard distance for 2028.
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton had previously expressed opposition to the shorter races, arguing they are physically easier and thus not challenging enough.
"The races should be longer because the races are physically easier than ever before," he said. "So shortening, I don't think, makes much sense."