Verstappen still “not a fan at all” of F1 sprints amid format talk

From Baku onwards, the first of six sprints this year, teams have discussed a format change in which the sprint event and the grand prix each have their own qualifying sessions.

The new format, which is yet to be finalised, has received universal backing as it means the sprint will no longer impact the main race and drivers have no reason to play it safe on Saturday.

But Red Bull’s Verstappen says he’s still “not a fan at all” because sprints only add to what is…