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F1 evaluating revised qualifying format for 2019

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Formula One is looking at altering its existing qualifying format in 2019 in the hope of creating more unpredictability.

F1's decision-making Strategy Group is considering expanding the current system, which currently involves three separate qualifying sessions. Five drivers are eliminated in Q1 and Q2, leaving 10 drivers the Q3 shootout for pole position.

The new idea centres around adding a fourth session involving eight cars, meaning fewer drivers would be eliminated from the previous segments, which would be reduced in time from the existing three. It is hoped the proposed format could add to the risk of the top three teams being eliminated early and starting out of position.