Formula E has congratulated Formula One for the announcement it will no longer use grid girls, albeit with a little dig welcoming the championship to the 21st century.
F1's announcement on Wednesday that it will no longer continue the practice of promotional models holding signs on the grid, something which has prompted a fierce debate on social media. It is expected the role will now be taken by kids, who will be given the chance to stand in front of their favourite driver's grid roles.
In its own statement on Thursday Formula E -- which some have suggested may one day replace F1 as motor racing's premier category -- pointed out it had already made the change last year.