FIA moves third DRS activation point for Saudi F1 GP

The final of three DRS activation zones was located in the braking zone before the final hairpin connecting two long straights.

Drivers would sometimes avoid passing the car in front on the back straight, so they could still enjoy DRS on the following main straight, leading to defending cars to brake erratically to force the overshoot.

The tactic was used in 2021’s inaugural race when Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton battled for the lead amid an acrimonious title…