I don't think the F16 class as a formula class is in any way likely to be selected. Mostly because I don't see any effort on that front to be slected, just as the F18 class is not actively seeking selection.
Broken record.....The F16 class is not a boat. It is a rule set for boats to comply with. There is no provision in the selection criteria for a formula class to be chosen. However, that does not preclude a formula class compliant boat from being selected.
Even with the tighest of rules do I think an open manufacturers' boat or formula class would even be considered today. The desire is to remove the boat as a variable in the podium standings.
I've voiced the opinion that it would be great to do it a la Alter Cup style (at least for the final rounds) but it has been voiced to me that this concept is blaphemy to the Olympic campaigner which I can respect given the inordinate amount of time that a team puts into knowing and preparing "their" boat.
