Tag: Grand Prix Drivers’ Association

And chairman Alex Wurz believes the arrival of the latest new members and the 100 per cent unity of the grid “perhaps for the first time in history” is an important step. "F1 is entering a period of evolution, change and perhaps even a degree of turmoil,” Wurz said. "They recognise they must be united and represented to face that challenge. “[The drivers want to] prevent any politics or power fights from ultimately compromising on-track performance. “The drivers believe unity is fundamental for the sport's success.” New owners Liberty Media completed their takeover of the sport earlier this year, ousting long-term head honcho Bernie Ecclestone. The change has seen the sport opened up to the public more, with the ban on social media posts from inside the garage lifted, much to the delight of fans all over the world. F1 2018 driver line-up Sun, December 3, 2017 Express Sport brings you the full F1 2018 driver line-up But Wurz believes the GPDA has also had a particular impact on the track with the 2017 cars. “That's just one example and one of many the drivers have in mind. "We are all particularly proud that the new cars, with their faster cornering speeds, had such great effect. "The GPDA pushed for this rule direction for the last three years.