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Official: FIA confirms a point for fastest race lap from Melbourne

In a brief release tonight, the FIA has confirmed that, starting from this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix, one point will be awarded to the driver who achieves the fastest lap in a race, provided that driver is also classified in the top 10. A point will also be awarded to the Constructor of the driver setting the fastest lap. The FIA World Motor Sport Council approved the change to the 2019 Sporting Regulations at its last meeting on 7 March in Geneva, subject to the successful outcome of an e-vote by the F1 Strategy Group and the F1 Commission. This process was concluded today and unanimous approval given. The change means an extra 21 championship points can be accrued over the...
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