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Eight of the weirdest F1 rules that were proposed but never introduced
- Latest: Eight proposed F1 rules were discussed but not implemented for 2026.
- The 2026 season started with the Australian Grand Prix under new, closer-battle regulations.
- Rain simulations were proposed to be artificial, with potential on-track sprinklers.
- A reverse grid concept was discussed, reversing top qualifiers for some races.
- Customer cars returning to F1 was a topic, seen as cheaper for smaller teams.
- Medals instead of points was an Ecclestone idea to crown champions differently.
- Extra pit stops for winners were proposed as a penalty-incentive across races.
- A grid lottery proposed drawing top-10 qualifiers for the pole position.
- Shortcuts in races were proposed to allow occasional track bypasses for TV and action.
- Weight penalties were suggested for the dominant team, to level play.
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