Formula One's governing body, the FIA has made a key change to the super licence rules which will allow17-year-old drivers to race, provided they demonstrate 'outstanding ability and maturity in single-seater formula car competitions. Drivers have to obtain a super licence in order to secure permission to compete in Formula One. The current rules state that drivers have to be at least 18 years old before being allowed to compete at the pinnacle of motorsport. Furthermore, they need to hold a valid driving licence in the country they race under and they are also required to hold an International Grade A competition licence. This stricter super licence rule was introduced after Max...
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