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The FIA has announced what it calls a “major improvement” to its International Sporting Code, in relation to the penalties handed out to racing drivers. Following an extensive review led by president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the sport’s governing body has concluded that it will be changing Appendix B of the ISC. The review featured input […]
The FIA has announced a major improvement to its International Sporting Code regarding penalties for racing drivers, following a comprehensive review led by president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
The changes include reducing the base maximum penalty from €10,000 to €5,000, with even more significant reductions for FIA World Championships involving multipliers.
Stewards now have the option to fully suspend a penalty for certain breaches if it is the driver’s or team’s first offense.
The revised Appendix B allows stewards to differentiate between controlled and uncontrolled environments, addressing language usage distinctions in various settings.
Mitigating circumstances will still be considered, with additional guidance for consistency and fairness, while abuse of officials will lead to sporting penalties rather than fines.
Racial and discriminatory comments will be dealt with firmly, and the changes aim to promote sportsmanship and fairness in motor sport, ensuring accessibility for all members of the sporting family. Connelly expressed satisfaction with the process and its outcomes, emphasizing the importance of maintaining fairness and discretion in applying penalties.
