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FIA slam racing star with €2,000 punishment after landmark win
The FIA imposed a €2,000 fine on a racing star for swearing during a fan interview at a sanctioned event.
Not just Formula 1, but drivers from the World Rally Championship faced increased punishments for swearing in 2025.
At the Rally Estonia, Oliver Solberg received a reprimand and a €2,000 suspended fine for swearing during an interview.
Solberg, after winning a WRC stage, used inappropriate language during a ‘Meet The Crews’ session, deemed a ‘controlled zone’ by the FIA.
The FIA aims to maintain professionalism by prohibiting inappropriate language in controlled areas at motorsport events.
Originally, fines for swearing were high but later reduced after criticism from the motorsport community.
Adrien Fourmaux was fined €10,000 for swearing in an interview, which was considered disproportionate by the World Rally Drivers Alliance.
