Hakkinen cautions that teams could face fan backlash over team orders in championship fight
Two‑time world champion Mika Hakkinen has issued a stark warning to Formula 1 teams: if they resort to team orders to sway the outcome of this season's title contest, they risk being "crucified" by a passionate fan base. Hakkinen, speaking in his capacity as a Laureus Academy Member for Sky Sports News, emphasized that modern supporters are far more vocal and connected than in previous eras, and …
Sept. 2, 2026, 7 a.m.