(Reuters) - McLaren boss Zak Brown has called for secret votes on rule changes to ensure Formula One teams are not pressured by bigger partners. He highlighted the close alliances between certain teams as a problem that needed to be addressed to ensure fair competition. Champions Mercedes, McLaren's engine suppliers, have close links with Aston Martin and Williams while Ferrari provide Haas and Alfa Romeo with engines. "I do not wish to see the number of teams in F1 reduce, but team affiliations remain an issue because they do not promote a level playing field. The F1 Commission must approve any rule changes, with a super-majority of 28 out of 30 votes required in the current season.

Source: The Star April 29, 2021 21:08 UTC