Formula 1 will discuss a new qualifying format for 2019 Formula 1 is set to discuss the possibility of introducing a revised four-part qualifying format for 2019. The new system would see the current format fundamentally retained, though split into four sessions rather than three. Each part of qualifying would then be shorter, with four cars eliminated at the end of each, leaving just eight to progress into the final shootout for pole. Those who don't make the final part of qualifying would have a choice of tyre, leaving two additional cars with a free choice for Sunday's race. It would also increase the risk for leading teams if they chose to gamble on a set of slower tyres to save...
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