F1 drivers criticize safety car approach after chaotic Dutch GP start

The opening laps of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort experienced turmoil as rain impacted the start procedure. Max Verstappen crashed after misjudging wet track conditions, while Pierre Gasly and Liam Lawson voiced concerns over the decision to use a safety car during the formation lap. Drivers believed a standard formation lap would have better prepared their tires. The FIA defended its decision based on reports of standing water on the circuit, maintaining that using the safety car kept options available for a safer start.

• 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — "It made no sense" – F1 drivers question safety car formation lap after early Dutch GP chaos