News Details
F1 more lego than extreme sport says Villeneuve
Jacques Villeneuve has lamented the lack of "heroes" on today's formula one grid.
But the outspoken 1997 world champion says it is not just the drivers' fault, as the F1 of today does not bring out the "wild animal" in them.
"The rules are too restrictive," French Canadian Villeneuve told Schwetzinger Zeitung newspaper.
"I have always regarded formula one as an extreme sport, but not really anymore," he said.
"The sport is no longer pure enough, because of the rules. Everything has become much too artificial," the 43-year-old insisted.
That, Villeneuve says, means an easier time for the drivers.
"The drivers no longer have to make a...
Full Story »
Full Story »
10y ago from GrandPrix.com
0
You May Also Be Interested In...
Villeneuve: F1 is boring, we're losing fans, something...
Jacques Villeneuve in Germany
Outspoken former world champion Jacques...
10y ago from GrandPrix247.com
F1 more ‘lego’ than ‘extreme sport’ –...
F1 more ‘lego' than ‘extreme sport' – VilleneuvePosted...
10y ago from ThisIsF1.com
Villeneuve: Hamilton will not be at Mercedes for long
How long with Lewis Hamilton remain with Mercedes?
Jacques Villeneuve is...
10y ago from GrandPrix247.com
Todt open to improving new era Formula 1
xt">Jean Todt
FIA President Jean Todt has revealed that he is...
10y ago from GrandPrix247.com
Elsewhere On The Network
Popular On MGPToday.com
Fabio Quartararo injures shoulder in practice crash at...
No description available...
2h ago from Motorsport.com
Maverick Vinales fastest in second Mugello MotoGP...
Maverick Vinales impressed as he recorded the fastest time in the second...
4h ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
Former WorldSBK champion explains changes Toprak...
Former MotoGP rider Ben Spies expects Toprak Razgatlioglu must...
3h ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
Why MotoGP riders like Francesco Bagnaia face a...
No description available...
7h ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On IndyCarToday.com
Michael Cannon already strengthening DCR team –...
Rinus VeeKay is already noticing the impact engineer Michael Cannon is...
12m ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
Arrow McLaren apologises for Nolan Siegel’s explicit...
No description available...
1d ago from Motorsport.com
Nolan Siegel apologizes for profanity-filled radio rant
Arrow McLaren driver Nolan Siegel has apologized for what he said over...
1d ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
Video: Harrowing crash takes out Josef Newgarden,...
No description available...
4d ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On TotalWRC.com
Rallies around the world: The ones not to miss – and...
Rallying is unlike any other motorsport. It doesn’t unfold on pristine...
2d ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
FIA approves updated bodywork rules for WRC 2027...
No description available...
1w ago from Motorsport.com
Malcolm Wilson appointed as FIA Deputy president for...
No description available...
1w ago from Motorsport.com
Amid losing streak, Hyundai accepts “consequences”...
No description available...
1w ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On GunnersToday.com
Arsenal's plan for the summer transfer window after...
A report from TBR Football has revealed that Arsenal intend to target at...
2h ago from SportsKeeda.com
‘It can be a really lonely journey’: Myles...
cia Lewis has handled her son’s stellar rise by becoming an agent and...
2h ago from TheGuardian.com
Report: Arsenal have offered 6-year contract to beat...
Arsenal have stepped up their pursuit of highly-rated Ajax defender Jorrel...
5h ago from FreshArsenal.com
'It will definitely be a busy one' - Jurrien Timber...
Arsenal star Jurrien Timber shared his predictions for the club's summer...
1h ago from SportsKeeda.com
Comments
Hottest News
Meet Antonello Coletta - Lewis Hamilton's 'soon-to-be' new...
Ferrari F1 team are in crisis. They may not want... Read More »
7h ago from GPFans.com
McLaren star in explosive rant as team issue official...
McLaren’s IndyCar team - Arrow McLaren - have... Read More »
2h ago from GPFans.com
Revealed: FIA publishes striking first Formula E Gen4...
Formula E's fourth era will be introduced at the... Read More »
1h ago from RacingNews365.com
