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Max Verstappen was treated like a horrible person for swearing while Charles Leclerc was excused, former driver on FIA inconsistency
Former F1 racer Juan Pablo Montoya stated that while Max Verstappen was unfairly crucified by the FIA for swearing, Charles Leclerc got away scot-free with the same offense.
Max Verstappen’s stance revealed as FIA warn drivers of swearing ‘bans’
Max Verstappen “simply does not agree” with Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s view on drivers’ swearing, a stand that the FIA president has doubled down on in the build-up to the F1 2025 season. Last season Ben Sulayem earned the ire of several drivers when he called for a clamp down on swearing by the Formula 1 drivers,
Racing star WARNS FIA on Verstappen swearing reaction
Verstappen also fell foul of the sport's governing body, who hit him with a bizarre punishment - the F1 equivalent of community service - following his use of bad language in a press conference in response to the FIA's clampdown on driver swearing.
Johnny Herbert leaves FIA role after criticising Max Verstappen’s driving style
Johnny Herbert has been dropped as a Formula One steward for the upcoming 2025 season after it was “mutually agreed” that his work as a media pundit was “incompatible” with his work for the FIA.
Johnny Herbert’s final warning to Max Verstappen days before FIA removal
Johnny Herbert, now a former FIA race steward, issued his final warning to Max Verstappen just days before his removal as he told the F1 World Champion that rivals would “rebel” and “push back” against his antics.
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“Going to Be Quite a Lot of Fights”: F1 Journo Predicts Chaos Over FIA’s $120K Swearing Fine Diktat
F1 journalist James Allen predicts a lot of carnage once the 2025 F1 season starts after the FIA's latest fines guidelines ...
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Controversial FIA swearing ban explained
Drivers now risk a ban if they swear according to the latest version of motorsport’s International Sporting Code. Image: ...
F1 drivers could be suspended for swearing or political statements under new rules
Formula 1 drivers could be suspended from racing or lose championship points for swearing or making political statements ...
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Explained: The real reasons behind the FIA’s new swearing guidelines
The FIA has confirmed changes to the ISC which could result in draconian penalties, including full suspension and points ...
Martin Brundle backs FIA swearing rules for F1 drivers as one thing 'doesn't feel right'
Sky Sports F1 pundit Martin Brundle is the first big name in the paddock to react to the FIA's introduction of potential bans ...
Red Bull 'made Johnny Herbert protest to FIA' as F1 steward dropped for 2025
Red Bull were reportedly one of two teams who protested against Johnny Herbert’s position within the FIA. The three-time ...
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Herbert dropped from role as FIA steward
Former grand prix driver Johnny Herbert has been dropped from his role as a steward in Formula 1. Governing body the FIA said ...
F1 Drivers Could Face Bans And Fines Of Up To $125,000 Under New FIA Rules
The FIA has issued new guidelines that could see F1 drivers face hefty fines, points deductions, and a one-month suspension ...
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FIA swearing rule changes gain support as ‘role models’ argument presented
This week, the FIA confirmed changes to its International Sporting Code which offered guidelines on the punishments available ...