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George Russell has provided a scathing reaction of the FIA’s decision to increase the maximum penalties that F1 drivers could be issued to €1m.
The FIA has made changes to the International Sporting Code ahead of the F1 United States Grand Prix, increasing the maximum fine a steward can impose on a driver from €250,000 to €1 million. Many F1 drivers, including Russell from Mercedes, are unhappy with this amendment, stating that it is ridiculous and unfair. They argue that in their first year in Formula 1, when they were already losing money due to various expenses, being fined such a large amount is unreasonable. The drivers plan to discuss this issue at the drivers’ briefing on Friday, demanding transparency and understanding from the FIA. They believe that these fines are excessive and arbitrary, especially considering the poverty and global issues that exist. The drivers also question where these fines are being allocated and whether they are being reinvested into the sport or grassroots initiatives. Overall, they find the idea of a €1 million fine to be obscene.
Source: Crash
