Nikolas Tombazis 2024 Beyond the Grid Podcast Interview
He’s an engineer with a remarkable history in Formula 1, having won World Championships alongside legends like Michael Schumacher and Kimi Raikkonen. Today, he is at the forefront of shaping the sport's future. Nikolas Tombazis, the FIA's Director of Single Seaters, is in charge of crafting the regulations for the 2026 season. These changes will make F1 cars lighter, smaller, sustainably fueled, and equipped with enhanced battery power and groundbreaking active aerodynamics.
In a conversation with Tom Clarkson, Nikolas explains how these new rules aim to foster close, competitive, and thrilling racing.Reflecting on his illustrious F1 career, Nikolas shares his experiences of both triumph and challenge. From dominating the sport with Michael Schumacher at Benetton and Ferrari to facing tough times at McLaren, and the heartbreak of narrowly missing the 2010 title with Fernando Alonso at Ferrari, his journey is one of extraordinary highs and significant lows.
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