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Max Verstappen says the FIA needs to “use a bit of common sense” when it comes to drivers swearing and wants more focus to be on what he deems to be more important topics within Formula 1. The FIA …
Max Verstappen believes the FIA needs to use more common sense regarding drivers swearing and shift focus to more important topics in Formula 1. The FIA recently updated the punishments for driver misconduct, including swearing, with fines escalating up to $120,000 and a one-month suspension. Verstappen, who faced consequences for swearing in a press conference, thinks the attention on this issue is excessive and unnecessary. Other drivers, like Oscar Piastri, agree that big fines may not be necessary, and that drivers should be role models. Yuki Tsunoda believes swearing shows personality but acknowledges the need to avoid it due to restrictions. Overall, drivers express mixed views on the issue, with some feeling fines are excessive while others see the importance of maintaining professionalism.
