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Martin Brundle believes Max Verstappen’s war of words with the FIA over swearing is “wasted energy” and that he ought to remember the “responsibility” that comes with being an F1 driver.
Sky Sports F1 commentator Martin Brundle expressed concern about Max Verstappen’s recent distractions and feud with the FIA over his use of profanity during the Singapore Grand Prix weekend. Verstappen was mandated to participate in public service work as punishment for his language. Despite FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s disapproval of such language in F1, Verstappen continued to speak out. Brundle worries that these off-track issues could distract Verstappen from his title battle with Lando Norris, overshadowing his on-track performance. The former F1 driver notes the importance of drivers’ behavior as role models, urging them to consider the impact of their actions on their image, teams, sponsors, and young fans worldwide. He emphasizes the responsibility that comes with being an icon in the sport, suggesting that unnecessary swearing detracts from the positive aspects of Formula 1.
