Formula 1's regulatory overhaul in 2022 could see more than half the grid in championship contention, says McLaren CEO Zak Brown. Starting with next year's introduction of a $145 million budget cap (decreasing to $135m the following year), F1's technical regulations will change for 2022 in an effort to promote closer racing and even the playing field between the sport's haves and have-nots. For Brown, whose McLaren outfit have already made significant progress relative to the front runners, that date will mark the point at which they can completely close the gap — but will also come with increased competition. “Ultimately our goal is to catch whoever’s in first place, and...
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