A guide to Formula 1’s financial regulations and costs cap
This article explains how Formula 1’s financial regulations and cost cap work and discusses whether they are fit for purpose:
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Kavan Bakhda
Kavan Bakhda is a Partner in the Fraud Group at Mishcon de Reya, part of the Dispute Resolution department.
Kavan has worked on a number of high-profile and precedent-setting cases, representing clients across a range of complex disputes. His experience includes advising three-time IndyCar champion Álex Palou in a claim brought by McLaren—recognised by The Lawyer as one of the Top 20 Cases for 2025—as well as representing global insurance companies and high net worth individuals in high-stakes litigation.
Kavan has particular expertise in sports disputes, having advised leading figures in Formula 1, IndyCar and football on contractual and regulatory matters. He is also highly experienced in art law, with a focus on art finance and provenance-related disputes.
