FIA President Contemplates Overhauling Swearing Penalties in Motorsports
The FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has stirred controversy by hinting at potential changes to the stringent penalties imposed on misconduct, including swearing, in motorsports like Formula 1. Competitors in rallying and Formula 1 have clashed with the Emirati official, who faces re-election later this year, regarding the crackdown on foul language during events.
World championship rally drivers have been vocal in their opposition to the fines, leading to a recent breakthrough in discussions on the matter. Ben Sulayem’s contemplation of revising these penalties has sparked intrigue and debate among motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.
Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story as the motorsport community awaits the outcome of Ben Sulayem’s deliberations on potential improvements to swearing penalties in the sport.