‘We need to think big, that’s why we are here’: I asked Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali about the future of AI in the sport — here's what he told me
Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali has reinforced that the sport has no desire to step away from human drivers, despite the growing rise in autonomous vehicle technology.
"First of all - I start with the easy point - we will never go with a robot driver, the drivers will always be physical - it's non-negotiable,” he told TechRadar Pro at a recent media Q&A session.
However he did recognize the huge role AI could play in helping the sport connect with its growing fan base around the world, particularly younger fans, as well as helping its teams perform more effectively during races.
AI in Formula 1
Domenicali did mention several pertinent use cases for AI in Formula 1, ranging from supporting a team’s decision-making process to manage the race, but also help a race director make the right decision - and even help alert the drivers themselves to...
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