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FIA Chief Under Fire: Max Verstappen Swear Ban Sparks F1 Controversy, can this be a backfire to Mohammed Ben Sulayem?

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October 4, 2024
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FIA Chief Under Fire: Max Verstappen Swear Ban Sparks F1 Controversy, can this be a backfire to Mohammed Ben Sulayem?

May 8, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Dan Marino and FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem applaud during the award ceremony following the Miami Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is facing mounting pressure following the backlash over the FIA’s decision to ban drivers from swearing on team radio during the Singapore Grand Prix. The ruling, introduced abruptly before the race weekend, has ignited widespread criticism across the Formula 1 paddock, with drivers and teams alike questioning the practicality and fairness of the move.

The controversy reached a boiling point when Max Verstappen, a three-time world champion, was fined for using inappropriate language during a press conference. Verstappen, outraged by the penalty, responded by limiting his answers to one-word responses throughout the weekend. His stand against the decision gained support from fellow drivers, including Lewis Hamilton, who defended Verstappen and condemned the ban as unrealistic given the intense nature of racing.

As F1 heads to the United States Grand Prix, discontent with the FIA’s ruling is expected to grow. Many drivers argue that swearing is an unavoidable part of expressing raw emotions in the heat of competition, particularly while racing at high speeds. The ban has not found support from a single driver, with the consensus being that the FIA should focus on filtering team radio broadcasts rather than expecting drivers to self-censor in real-time.

While Ben Sulayem remains firm on the decision for now, the president may be forced to reconsider the ban as public opinion, and pressure from within the sport, continues to rise. With no clear supporter of the ruling and drivers poised to push back harder in the coming weeks, the FIA could face an embarrassing u-turn if it fails to handle the situation tactfully.

Ultimately, how Ben Sulayem and the FIA handle this issue will be crucial in determining their relationship with the drivers and the direction of future decisions in the sport. The coming weeks will reveal whether the ban will stand or be revoked under growing scrutiny.

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