When trying to explain the crazy world of Formula One to friends and family, I often point to the fact that FIA President Jean Todt receives heavy criticism for attempting to rule by consensus rather than impose his will on all and sundry.
To those outside the F1 bubble, the idea of a leader who favours consensus and accord over more totalitarian behaviours is a good thing. It is only those of us with long-term F1-inspired Stockholm Syndrome who seem to find satisfaction in discord.
Last weekend in Melbourne marked not only the opening round of the 2017 Formula One season but also the opening round of F1's brave new world under new owners Liberty Media.