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F1 Stars Slam FIA President: U-Turn on Swearing Ban Sparks Fury and Controversy

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
May 16, 2025
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F1 Stars Slam FIA President: U-Turn on Swearing Ban Sparks Fury and Controversy

Formula One F1 - Emilia Romagna Grand Prix - Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Imola, Italy - May 15, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton ahead of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix REUTERS/Florion Goga

Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have unleashed their fury at the FIA president’s abrupt U-turn on the swearing ban, labeling the situation as “ridiculous” and “a mess.” The Formula 1 governing body, FIA, had initially imposed hefty fines and bans on drivers for swearing, only to backtrack on the decision following severe backlash from the racing community.

Under the original plan, drivers could face fines of up to €40,000 for a first offense, escalating to a ban for a second violation. However, in a surprising turn of events, the fines have now been reduced to a mere €5,000, with the ban threat completely eradicated. This move has left Hamilton and Russell baffled and incensed.

Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, expressed his disbelief at the situation, stating, “It is ridiculous. I don’t really know. It seems a bit of a mess there at the moment.” On the other hand, Russell, a director of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association, criticized the flip-flop, deeming it unnecessary and questioning the lack of communication from the FIA’s senior officials.

Despite the revision in penalties, both drivers remain unsatisfied with the lack of dialogue and transparency from the FIA. Russell highlighted the need for open communication and expressed concerns about the one-sided nature of the decision-making process.

The racing world is now left to ponder the implications of this sudden change in policy and the rift it has caused between the drivers and the FIA. As the controversy unfolds, one thing remains clear – the battle between the racers and the regulators is far from over.

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