F1: Paul Di Resta reveals concerns over new weight regulations
PAUL Di RESTA has expressed concerns for his health in light of the new weight limit regulations for next season.
But
in light of the new rules from 2014, that will put Di Resta under even
more pressure should he retain his seat at Force India.
With the
introduction of the new powertrains, motor sport's world governing body
the FIA has increased the weight limit from 642kg to 692kg.
It
means the ideal weight for a driver is around 60-65kg, way below Di
Resta's current size, so naturally he concedes he is worried.
"It is a concern for a driver like me," said Di Resta."I am at the upper end, to the point where I am three or four kilos under what I would like to be to be healthy.
"It's
a little bit of an unfair advantage to be a smaller guy because not
only can they move the weight (in the car) in the right place but they
can get themselves in a healthier state.
"I'd like to see the weight limit raised because it would make no difference to them (the smaller guys).
"Whether
it changes for next year, then they (the FIA) can think about reducing
it for the following year, but it would at least give the people the
option of racing fairly.
"It would also not put parts at risk of failing to ensure you get the strength needed for the new ultra-torque engines."
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