Alain Prost approves the removal of refueling

Alain Prost, the legendary French driver, dismisses the idea that the ban on refueling would have a detrimental effect on races.

He, who won the last title before refueling was introduced in 1994, is convinced that this decision will help improve the spectacle that is Formula 1.

Prost pays close attention to the drivers’ feelings: « They have never faced this regulation, which explains this confusion, the same goes for the teams… They need to get used to it. It will take a few races, but after that it will be better. »

The one whom the F1 world nicknamed “the Professor,”

Think that the ban on refueling would have the same effect as when he was racing, in that it will favor drivers capable of thinking about their race:

« The drivers are used to a sprint, both in free practice, qualifying, and during the race. So having 60 kg of fuel or 10 kg makes no difference. However, when you start with 160 kg, you have to think differently. »

For the Professor, one thing is clear: « After a few races, I’m sure that good drivers, the best among them, will like this modification. »

Regarding the criticism of regulatory changes, Prost believes the solution would be to focus on the tire issue.

Currently, all drivers must use both types of tires available during the race, while the best who qualify in the top 10 must start the race with the tires they used to set their best time.

« If it were my decision, I would allow the freedom of choice for tires during the race. It would be exactly the same, you start with the tires used in qualifying, but after that, it’s free, no matter the choice. Hard or soft, it’s up to the teams to decide. »

After working with the Sakhir GP marshals as a former driver, will Alain Prost be able to make himself heard by the FIA authorities?