FOTA to discuss new qualifying format on 4 December

On 4 December, the Formula One Team's Association, FOTA, will discuss a new qualifying format for the pinnacle of motorsport. The teams want to spice up the current qualifying format which is divided in three sessions.

The FOTA would discuss a new format where all cars would be on track at the same time with the same amount of fuel. The slowest driver of the pack would be eliminated after each lap with after 14 laps the six fastest drivers left to fight for pole position.

There are also proposals to include a championship point for the driver who collects the pole, other idea's are to add prize money.

More news on the subject will definitely follow after the FOTA-meeting on 4 December.