The International Automobile Federation continues its crackdown on “bad words”: here’s the list of sanctions
Controversy surrounding the new changes to the FIA sporting regulations shows no signs of subsiding. Mohamed Ben Sulayem, the president, is pressing forward with his campaign against words, gestures, or statements that “could potentially harm the FIA.”
The FIA’s List of Sanctions
Following last season’s disputes over the type of language used by drivers off the track, particularly involving Max Verstappen and the FIA, a new sporting code has been introduced to address the issue. The code categorizes violations into five types of “regulation breaches.”
Drivers will now need to carefully consider their statements, as penalties for inappropriate behavior have been significantly toughened. A first offense will result in a fine of €40,000. A second offense increases the fine to €80,000 and includes a one-month suspension. A third offense comes with a €120,000 fine, another one-month suspension, and a deduction of championship points.
It’s worth noting that, as stated in the official release, these new rules do not only apply to vulgar language but also cover any kind of “political, religious, or personal” statements or demonstrations, as well as “failure to follow FIA instructions regarding participation […] during official ceremonies.”
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