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Hamilton and Vettel rubbish 'bullshit' reverse-grid idea

Formula 1's chiefs are doing their best to inject unpredictability into the sport, but the idea of reverse-grid races has drawn a strong negative reaction from Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel. As Liberty Media searches for ways to spice up the action in the future, the idea of trialing the concept of a reverse-grid qualifying race in 2020 has emerged. Asked about their view on the scheme, Hamilton and Vettel both gave it a clear thumbs down. "I don't really know what to say," said Hamilton, baffled by the potential plan. "The people that proposed that don't really know what they are talking about." F1 considers safety changes for 2020 following Hubert crash...
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