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The International Automobile Federation said: The organizer of the Formula 1 World Championship said on Thursday that it will use the same software modification to the power unit that was hastily implemented in Malaysia last Sunday if the Singapore Grand Prix early next week witnesses rain.

The International Automobile Federation conducted an investigation after what it described as a “software error” that caused chaos. The cars slowed to a crawl during two preparation laps conducted after heavy rain in Sepang forced organizers to cancel the start procedures for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

The Bahrain Grand Prix was held in Malaysia due to the Iran war and the situation in the Middle East.

The “review” concluded that some cars that were operating at low engine revs at certain points of the circuit suffered “a loss of power that exceeded what was originally intended, and it was not possible to recover it in those sectors.”

She added: “As a result; The settings set for the Sepang race will be re-applied for the Singapore Grand Prix if similar weather conditions are expected. In addition, an additional software update for driving in wet conditions will be released before the American Grand Prix on October 25.

Singapore will host a speed race for the first time on Saturday, with the main Grand Prix race being held at night under floodlights on Sunday.

The International Automobile Federation has already announced the risk of high temperatures over the weekend at the Marina Bay Circuit. This means temperatures in excess of 31°C can be expected, requiring teams to equip drivers with a cooling system, such as a liquid-cooled vest, although they are not required to use one and can instead incur a weight penalty.

The review also recommended implementing measures to test the software to make it as reliable as possible, and the FIA ​​said it would work with teams and manufacturers.

Nicholas Tombazis, head of the FIA's "single-seater" sector, told reporters on Sunday that not conducting pre-season tests in wet conditions; As “Sepang” witnessed the first start on a wet track this season, it played a role in the chaos, but the “International Federation” made this clear.

He said: “Before implementation, the teams and power unit manufacturers conducted simulation exercises to validate the software package, which was later tested in full-scale operation during the first free practice sessions in the (Belgium) and (Netherlands) races.”

The FIA ​​also published a chronology of events at Sepang, where start procedures were suspended at 15:45 local time, and the cause of the problem was identified within 5 minutes.

He said that the teams received technical guidance and clarifications at 16:03 local time regarding installing and running the modified software configurations.

The merger was completed by 16:20, and the cars left the pit lane again at 16:33.

The drivers are expected to discuss the situation with the International Automobile Federation during the Singapore Race.

Mexican Sergio Perez, a Cadillac driver, said: “It is something we must learn from and make sure it does not happen again.”

Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso denied speculation about his possible return to the Dakar Rally, and told reporters on Thursday that the desert endurance race physically conflicts with his commitments in the Formula 1 World Championship.

Alonso (45 years old) had participated in the Dakar Rally before, after taking a break from Formula 1, but he said that combining Formula 1 with the grueling rally would be impossible.

The Spaniard assessed his situation earlier this year, saying he also had other challenges on his mind before committing last month to stay with Aston Martin until 2027.

"I read those rumours, but I don't think it's possible," Alonso told reporters before the start of the Singapore Grand Prix. “Physically, it is almost impossible to juggle two demanding programs such as the Formula 1 Championship and the Dakar Grand Prix.”

The two-time world champion also ruled out participating in GT3 races, saying that he had not tried this category before, while emphasizing the need for intense preparation for any new challenge in motorsport.

He added: “No, I have never tried GT3 races, as they require tremendous preparation. “I think people think these challenges are easy because others have succeeded in them or been able to compete in them to one degree or another in the past.”

He continued: “It takes a lot of preparation, determination and luck to achieve success. “So, when I take on the next challenge, you will know about it, and it won’t be just a rumor.”

He continued: “I will go through it myself, and that will be because I believe that there is sufficient preparation and sufficient risk to take.”

Although he denied speculation related to the Dakar race, Alonso explained that his passion for racing extends far beyond his career in Formula 1.

He added: “I am not satisfied with competing in Formula 1, but I (want) to race in other categories as well. “I will drive in other categories when I stop Formula 1 as well.”

He concluded: “It is a truly wonderful feeling, that adrenaline that fills you when driving a racing car.”

Hans-Joachim Watzke, Vice President of the German Football Association, renewed the Federation's confrontational stance towards Gianni Infantino, President of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), before a meeting of senior European football officials in Berlin on Thursday.

“I talked about this matter several times over the past weeks,” Watzke said. Many mistakes have occurred, starting with the Peace Prize awarded to US President Donald Trump, through the Folarin Balogun case, all the way to the investor crisis.”

Watzke, who also holds the position of Vice President of the European Football Association (UEFA), stressed that there is a clear consensus within the German Federation regarding this position.

Bernd Neuendorf, President of the German Football Association, recently told the German newspaper Tagesspiegel: “We must remove him from his position. Gianni Infantino is no longer accepted as FIFA President. "He caused great harm to football."

UEFA officials and the presidents of the 55 member associations are meeting in Berlin to discuss the next steps in the power struggle with Infantino, among other issues.

Infantino has faced criticism since his decision to award Trump the first edition of the FIFA Peace Prize, during the World Cup draw ceremony held in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

During the same tournament, Infantino was involved in the controversy surrounding the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun with a red card, after the suspension penalty imposed on the player was suspended, allowing him to participate in the next match, after Trump intervened via a phone call with the President of FIFA.

Recently, Infantino was subjected to new criticism because of his plans related to an investment deal that sparked widespread controversy and was later abandoned.

In the biggest crisis it has faced since assuming the presidency of FIFA in 2016, the European Football Association has threatened to boycott all International Federation activities, and is also preparing to file a lawsuit against the backdrop of investment plans. On suspicion of breach of duties of honesty and fiduciary responsibility.

Despite calls for him to step down, Infantino confirmed that he will run for re-election in the next presidential elections scheduled for March 2027, and also offered his opponents talks about possible reforms within FIFA.