While last season was filled with penalties due to comments not well received by the FIA, drivers are unlikely to gain more freedom during press conferences or even during their radio conversations on the track. Indeed, while Charles Leclerc, for example, got away with “only” a fine, Max Verstappen had to perform community service in Rwanda. Now, the penalties go further, and a slip of the tongue could cost a penalty point on the drivers’ super license. The risk of suspension will, therefore, significantly increase.<\/p>\n
The Grand Prix Drivers’ Association (GPDA), represented by George Russell, had already expressed their views in a letter to the FIA in November 2024, protesting against the infantilization of drivers. It is clear that the FIA still does not intend to let the drivers be the sole masters of their radio.<\/p>\n
During a summit in Spain, the FIA, represented by Ben Sulayem, reiterated its intention to remain firm on issues concerning the language of Formula 1 drivers.<\/p>\n
\n\ud83e\udd14 \u00bfQu\u00e9 medidas se van a tomar con las radios para evitar el lenguaje malsonante?<\/p>\n
\u27a1\ufe0f \u00c9stas son las opciones que baraja Ben Sulayem. \u00a1Ojo, no descarta nada!#F1<\/a> #FIA<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/wCjWlO6pPz<\/a><\/p>\n