Sainz accuses the FIA ​​of excessive interference in the F1 2026 regulations.

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According to the FIA, the 2026 Formula 1 regulations have introduced moving aerodynamics. Carlos Sainz criticized the FIA ​​for excessive interference in these regulations. Proposed chassis and aerodynamics rules were revealed ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix. They were designed in response to the already approved regulations regarding power units for 2022, which will use a hybrid power unit with a 50/50 power split. A notable aspect of the proposed regulations is the inclusion of moving aerodynamics on the front and rear wings. This will enable the cars to switch to ‘low resistance’ mode on straight sections of the track, allaying concerns that the power units will need to conserve excessive energy. Sainz expressed his belief that the regulations were becoming overly complicated, stating: “From what I’ve seen it seems a bit overblown what we’re trying to do in 2026, everything about the power unit, aerodynamics, we’re having too much fun and you manipulate the aerodynamic pressure here and there. However, he also admitted that the regulations have attracted manufacturers such as Audi and retained Honda, which he sees as a positive for Formula 1. Sainz is not alone in his criticism, with the FIA ​​already announcing its intention to consult teams and make changes to the regulations based on their concerns. Another concern was expressed by Lando Norris, Sainz’s former teammate, who fears that the introduction of the new regulations will result in the field being widened again, canceling out the convergence that has occurred under the current regulations. Sainz acknowledged that proliferation in this field is natural, but believes that the 2026 regulations will be stringent enough to quickly reconnect the field. He stated: “I think it’s no secret that when you introduce such a different power unit, which we introduce in 2026, along with different aerodynamics, tires, weight and car concept, I think it’s natural that the field will widen again… But we kind of said the same thing about ’22 and look what happened. So they always seem to be tightening and tightening and seeing if it works. I don’t know.”