What happened: Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton called on the FIA and Formula 1 to push further changes that make motorsport more accessible, pointing to the "ridiculous" cost of karting as a barrier at the entry level. He argued the sport is heading in the "wrong direction" on cost of entry, making it far harder for children from lower- and middle-income households to take part.

Why it matters: The cost of grassroots racing has long been one of the steepest filters into Formula 1, and a current champion-level driver pressing the governing body lends weight to a debate that usually stays in the paddock. If karting and junior categories remain priced for the wealthy, the pipeline of talent narrows to families who can fund early careers.

What to watch: Watch whether the FIA or Formula 1 respond with concrete cost measures for karting and junior single-seater categories, and whether other drivers add their voices.