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F1 President Proposes Scrapping Cost Cap: Chaos Looms for Teams

David Castro by David Castro
May 8, 2025
in Motorsports
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Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 20, 2025 FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem with McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown ahead of the race REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

In a shocking turn of events, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has hinted at a drastic proposal that could rock the world of Formula 1 to its core. The controversial figure has suggested the potential removal of the F1 cost cap, labeling it as “a headache” and questioning its very purpose.

The introduction of the cost cap in 2021 aimed to level the playing field in F1 by restricting teams from excessive spending. However, Ben Sulayem’s recent comments have thrown the future of this financial restriction into uncertainty. Could we see a return to the days of unchecked spending in the pinnacle of motorsport?

Before the cost cap era, teams were engaged in a spending frenzy, leading to a clear divide between the wealthy and struggling outfits. The $145 million cap was meant to address this imbalance, but Ben Sulayem’s remarks now put its existence in jeopardy.

While some teams initially struggled to adhere to the cost cap, most have since complied. Yet, Ben Sulayem’s reservations about the effectiveness of this measure have ignited a debate within the F1 community. Is the cost cap truly serving its intended purpose, or is it, as Ben Sulayem implies, more trouble than it’s worth?

The implications of scrapping the cost cap could be seismic for the sport. Top teams may once again engage in a spending war, threatening the newfound financial stability they have worked hard to achieve. On the other hand, smaller teams fear a return to their days as mere spectators in the race for victory.

Despite the potential upheaval, the impact of the cost cap on competition is undeniable. The narrowing performance gaps between teams in recent years highlight the effectiveness of this measure in promoting closer racing and thrilling battles on the track.

As the F1 world braces for a possible shift in financial regulations, the future of the sport hangs in the balance. Will the cost cap be consigned to history, or will it continue to shape the landscape of Formula 1 for years to come? Only time will tell how Ben Sulayem’s radical proposal will unfold and what it means for the future of motorsport.

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