Does F1 need shorter races? Azerbaijan GP Preview

Does F1 need shorter races? Azerbaijan GP Preview

Author: Fox Sports Australia September 16, 2025 Duration: 40:21

Michael and Matt delve into F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali's ideas to refresh the Formula 1 weekend format, including shorter grands prix, more sprints and reverse grid races. And on the eve of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, is Oscar Piastri the man to beat after his career-best victory in Baku last season?

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