FIA Limits Battery Charging to Boost F1 Speed

The FIA's 'rescue operation' in Formula 1 includes restricting battery charging time to restore some speed on straights. Mercedes, which has won both opening races with the new regulations, supports the changes, while Red Bull, led by Max Verstappen, criticizes the artificial nature of the new racing model that prioritizes strategy over speed.

Lewis Hamilton's resurgence sees him fourth in the standings, 18 points behind teammate George Russell. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc has been more vocal in his criticism, while defending champion Lando Norris acknowledges the challenges ahead in defending his title under the new framework.