F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone says he does not like the two cockpit protection systems tested so far, and does not think any such concept should be introduced in the sport.

Ferrari created a stir in the paddock when it debuted the Halo in pre-season testing two months ago. Since then, Red Bull has come up with a solution of its own - called Aeroscreen - and tested it for the first time on Daniel Ricciardo’s RB 12 in free practice for the Russian Grand Prix.

Having strived to enhance driver head protection for years, the FIA is pushing on with plans to have one of the two devices fitted on 2017 F1 cars, with a decision expected by July 1.

Asked about his opinion of the Aeroscreen, Ecclestone initially engaged in light banter: “We're going to get a lot of pit stops now when they have to stop to clean the screen, so that will be good.”

Speaking about the Halo and Red Bull half-canopy design, the 85-year-old then added: “I don’t like any of it.”

Pressed to say what should be done to improve cockpit safety, Ecclestone simply responded: “Nothing”.

Following the Aeroscreen debut, Red Bull released a series of video clips to show how the system coped when projectiles, including an F1 wheel, were fired at the screen at high speed.

Ecclestone says he was not convinced by the tests, as they did not take place in representative conditions.

“You have a stationary object and you are firing a tyre at it when in the race, when the wheel has come off, normally both cars will be moving.

“So how can you simulate it by having a car stationary? And how would you ever know what is going to happen with a wheel anyway? If it hits the thing it will probably bounce off anyway.”

DRIVER RATINGS: Russian Grand Prix

REPORT: Rosberg eases to win after Kvyat takes out Vettel

Breakfast with ... Martin Brundle

Keep up to date with all the F1 news via Facebook and Twitter

Julien Billiotte

Recent Posts

Horner: Max 'answered critics' with epic Sao Paulo GP drive

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner hailed Max Verstappen’s sensational Sao Paulo Grand Prix victory…

12 mins ago

Sainz left puzzled by double crash drama in rainy São Paulo

Carlos Sainz was left scratching his head after a disastrous Sunday at the Sao Paulo…

1 hour ago

Alonso pushed through agonizing pain to complete Sao Paulo GP

Fernando Alonso braved both physical agony and mechanical challenges in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix,…

3 hours ago

Alpine double-podium in Brazil could deliver $30 million windfall

Alpine’s remarkable double podium at the São Paulo Grand Prix with Esteban Ocon and Pierre…

17 hours ago

F1i's Driver Ratings for the 2024 São Paulo GP

Alexander Albon, Williams (Did Not Start): 5.5/10 Alex Albon is definitely going through something of…

19 hours ago

Jos Verstappen rips British media after Brazilian Max fest

Jos Verstappen wasted no time after his son spectacular win at the São Paulo Grand…

20 hours ago