Hakkinen cautions teams about fan backlash over team orders in title fight
Two‑time world champion Mika Hakkinen has issued a stark warning to Formula 1 teams: if they resort to team orders to sway this year’s championship, they risk being "crucified" by the sport’s passionate fan base. Hakkinen, speaking in his capacity as a Laureus Academy Member, emphasized that modern supporters are far more vocal and influential than in previous eras, and any perception of favoriti…
Sept. 2, 2026, 7 a.m.