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McLaren boss Andrea Stella has said Formula 1 drivers have “responsibilities” to behave after Max Verstappen was penalised for swearing at the Singapore Grand Prix. The Dutchman became a victim of the FIA’s clampdown on swearing as using an expletive in a press conference has seen him ordered to complete “public interest” work. The FIA […]
The Dutchman was reprimanded by the FIA for swearing during a press conference and was instructed to do “public interest” work due to the revised FIA Sporting Code that now prohibits misconduct and use of foul language by drivers. The reigning World Champion expressed his discontent with the new rules by minimizing his responses in subsequent press conferences and holding his own session with the media at the Red Bull hospitality area, criticizing the regulations as “soft” and “silly.” Stella, a key figure in Formula 1, acknowledged that drivers should express their frustrations but emphasized the importance of maintaining a respectful language during media events to set a positive example as role models. He highlighted the impact of their words on a wide audience and stressed the need for responsible communication to promote good values and respect towards competitors in the sport. Overall, Stella advocates for self-enforcement of language standards among drivers to uphold the integrity and reputation of Formula 1.