- Target: Words considered "offensive, insulting, coarse, rude, or abusive."
- Consequences: Language causing "moral injury" to the FIA.
- First Offense: €40,000 fine.
- Second Offense: €80,000 fine and a suspended one-month driving ban.
- Third Offense: €120,000 fine, one-month ban, and loss of championship points.
The push for stricter controls follows incidents involving Max Verstappen, who used offensive language during a press conference before the Singapore GP. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem had previously cautioned drivers against using foul language, sparking a backlash from Lewis Hamilton over perceived racial undertones.
The Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA) responded to the FIA's actions, urging Ben Sulayem to reconsider his remarks and advocating for respectful treatment of drivers.
Critics view this move as part of a broader effort by Ben Sulayem to suppress dissent, coinciding with rule changes that limit the president's accountability.
In unrelated news, Formula 1 has announced a partnership with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay for 2025.
Summary: The FIA's new framework penalizes F1 drivers for offensive language with hefty fines and bans. This measure stems from previous incidents involving top drivers and is raising concerns over its intentions and timing.
