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Ross Brawn says no DRS in Abu Dhabi proves it needs to be scrapped for 2021

For the first 20 laps of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the drivers were unable to use the DRS system on their cars due to a technical issue. Ross Brawn believes that this showcased the need for the new 2021 cars to be able to follow each other and overtake without the assistance of DRS.  "We are particularly pleased with the largely positive response to the new rules, especially from the fans," said Brawn to Motorsportweek.  "In [Sunday's] race, no DRS was available for almost 20 laps because of a technical problem and that only served to emphasize the need for the cars to be able to fight at close quarters." Read more Brawn believes Verstappen is ready to...
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