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Charles Leclerc has been fined €10,000 by the FIA for swearing in a press conference after the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Charles Leclerc could face a fine of €5000 due to using inappropriate language during the post-race press conference following his third-place finish in Mexico. The FIA has strict rules against the use of profanity by drivers, as seen in previous cases like Max Verstappen’s community service for a similar incident. Leclerc admitted to his mistake and apologized immediately, but the stewards deemed his language as misconduct, violating the sporting code. Despite Leclerc’s remorse, the FIA opted for a financial penalty instead of community service for his actions. Verstappen, who protested his punishment, criticized the discrepancy in treatment between his and Leclerc’s cases, creating controversy ahead of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
