It doesn’t take a genius to recognize that the vast majority of Formula One fans are not in favor of the sport adopting the controversial Halo protection device in 2018. However, what do the drivers think?
Well, on the eve of this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix, reporters asked eight of the grid’s finest drivers to express their opinions about it and, to our surprise, there are actually some supporters of the device.
Most notably, both Sebastian Vettel and Fernando Alonso, two of the sport’s most experienced and respected drivers, understand where the FIA is coming from in implementing the device and don’t seem too concerned about how the Halo looks. If it can save just a single life or prevent someone from being seriously injured, they see no issue with it.
On the other hand, many of the younger drivers in F1 don’t believe it is necessary. Among the most outspoken critics interviewed were Max Verstappen and Kevin Magnussen, who both believe head protection isn’t need. Current F1 cars are already safe enough, they say, with Magnussen also voicing his concerns that the Halo may detract from the excitement of the sport.
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