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Overtaking 'definitely' more difficult for F1 drivers in 2017

Overtaking will "definitely" be more difficult with Formula One's new-for-2017 cars, something the sport's drivers seemed to unanimously agree on after the Australian Grand Prix.

The Albert Park race was the beginning of F1's new era, which has new regulations aimed at dramatically reducing lap times and making cars more difficult to drive. However, the race appeared to confirm long-held concerns the added levels of downforce would reduce overtaking opportunities due to the increased difficulties in following another vehicle.

Race-winner Sebastian Vettel said the new rules have increased the distance that turbulence is felt behind another car.