Nov 3, 2026Sports122 words1 min read

F1 Q&A: Should Ferrari Set Rules for Its Drivers?

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A writer named Andrew Benson works for BBC Sport. He writes about Formula 1 racing.

After the Mexico City Grand Prix, people sent him questions. He answers these questions.

One question is about the team Ferrari. Some people ask if Ferrari needs rules of engagement.

These rules tell two drivers from the same team how to race each other.

Without rules, team-mates can race too hard against each other. This can cause problems for the team.

Andrew Benson talks about this question. He also answers other questions about the race in Mexico City.

Formula 1 is a big sport. Many fans like to ask questions after each race.

Writers like Andrew Benson help fans understand what happens in the sport.

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1. Who answers the questions in this story?

2. Which race happened before the questions?

3. What do 'rules of engagement' control?

1. Andrew Benson 2. The Mexico City Grand Prix 3. How team-mates race each other

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A writer named Andrew Benson works for BBC Sport. He writes about _____ racing.

After the Mexico City _____, people sent him questions. He answers these questions.

One question is about the team Ferrari. Some people ask if Ferrari needs _____ of engagement.

These rules tell two _____ from the same team how to race each other.

Without rules, team-mates can race too hard against each other. This can cause problems for the _____.

Andrew Benson talks about this question. He also answers other questions about the race in Mexico City.

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