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FIA President’s Shocking Rule Change Sparks F1 Drivers’ Outrage and Demands for Action

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
May 1, 2025
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FIA President’s Proposed Rule Change Sparks Controversy Among F1 Drivers

In a shocking turn of events, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s hint at potential changes to conduct guidelines has sent ripples of controversy through the Formula 1 world. Grand Prix Drivers Association director George Russell wasted no time in delivering a frosty response, dismissing the mere suggestion of change as meaningless unless concrete actions are taken.

The recently published appendix to the FIA International Sporting Code introduced stringent guidelines for penalizing driver misconduct, particularly focusing on issues like swearing on the track. Drivers now face escalating fines and sporting sanctions for repeated offenses within a two-year period, with hefty penalties that could amount to €120,000 and deduction of championship points for a third offense.

The uncertainty surrounding the proposed amendments has left many F1 drivers on edge, with concerns raised about the implementation and perceived severity of the rules. Despite Ben Sulayem hinting at “improvements” to the guidelines, the lack of specifics or guarantees has fueled skepticism among drivers.

Russell emphasized the importance of tangible changes rather than empty promises, highlighting the need for drivers to be actively involved in the decision-making process. The lack of clarity and transparency in the potential rule adjustments has only added fuel to the fire, with some viewing the announcement as mere posturing ahead of Ben Sulayem’s re-election bid.

As discussions around the conduct guidelines intensify, drivers like Russell and Lewis Hamilton are advocating for a more collaborative approach between the FIA and the drivers’ community. Hamilton expressed the need for drivers to have a more significant role in shaping the sport’s governance, hinting at the possibility of the GPDA evolving into a more influential body akin to a trade union.

The future of driver conduct guidelines in Formula 1 remains uncertain, with tensions running high between the drivers and the FIA. As the sport grapples with internal power dynamics and calls for greater driver involvement, the outcome of these proposed changes could reshape the landscape of Formula 1 for years to come.

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