Only three teams bring F1 upgrades to Qatar as sprint race format bites

The limited practice opportunities offered on a sprint race weekend, with just one practice session before cars get locked into parc ferme conditions, allied to the tricky conditions at Losail, have clearly steered many teams away from wanting to waste time checking out developments.

Seven squads have brought no modifications to their 2023 challengers, with the three outfits that have only making minor tweaks.

Alpine A523 rear

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