Domenicali has even suggested the idea of shorter grand prix races.

      "Younger fans are primarily focused on the thrilling highlights."

      A day after suggesting an increase in sprint races and even considering reverse grids, it has come to light that F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali may have gone further by proposing a reduction in the durations of the grands prix themselves. In a discussion with select media ahead of the Italian GP at Monza, Domenicali emphasized the need for the sport to evolve in order to appeal to younger audiences, who he feels are less inclined to tolerate or appreciate full race lengths. "Some of the finest sports globally have drawn inspiration from our efforts, so it’s time we progress further," he remarked, alluding to the changes implemented since Liberty Media took control in 2017.

      Domenicali acknowledged that many fans still appreciate the classic format, yet he cautioned that Formula 1 cannot overlook data indicating that highlight reels often garner more interest than full race broadcasts. "There’s also the matter of competition lengths," stated the former Ferrari team principal. "We think they’re excessively long for younger viewers. While those of us who grew up with this format might find it acceptable, a significant portion of the audience prefers just the highlights.

      "Currently, everything is going quite well, but precisely for this reason, we should not become complacent; instead, we must consider what our next move will be." The Italian reiterated that his primary goal is to ensure F1 remains relevant in this new age. "We observe that younger fans are solely interested in the thrilling moments of the weekend," Domenicali noted.