Fernando Alonso advises Max Verstappen to be ‘politically correct’ over FIA swear ban saga
Fernando Alonso has advised Verstappen to choose his words carefully, emphasizing the importance of political correctness.
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Fernando Alonso(L) and Max Verstappen(R), via IMAGO
Max Verstappen’s swearing drama has escalated to a point where every driver, team, expert, and key figure in the sport is discussing it. The FIA punished the Dutchman for his outburst during a press conference by fining him and asking him to do community service.
Fernando Alonso shared his thoughts on the issue and offered advice to his colleague Verstappen regarding swearing. Many Formula 1 drivers have supported Max Verstappen after he was punished by the FIA. His biggest rival, Lewis Hamilton, advised Verstappen not to complete the penalty, stating that he himself wouldn’t do it.
Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso emphasized that swearing serves as a reminder that many people are watching F1. He asserted that, as public figures, drivers should behave decently and set a good example, especially for young fans who look up to them.
Things like that remind me that there are a lot of people watching us, If you are a driver or someone in the public domain, you are supposed to behave decently. If you want to say something that is not correct, you have to contain yourself and be politically correct.
Fernando Alonso told GPblog.com
Alonso asserts that if Verstappen wants to express an inappropriate or offensive opinion, he should choose his words carefully. He emphasizes the importance of being politically correct. Instead of using harsh language or making negative comments, the Spaniard suggested that drivers and others in the public eye should express their views in ways that do not offend or hurt anyone.
Fernando Alonso highlights drivers have ‘responsibility’ to use their words wisely
Fernando Alonso emphasized that drivers have a responsibility to their fans, who look up to them both on and off the track. No driver wants fans to see them expressing frustration or using abusive language, as this creates a negative impact on their image and the sport’s legacy.
The Spaniard said that while the FIA’s decision to punish Max Verstappen was harsh, that does not absolve the Dutchman of all blame. Meanwhile, Verstappen’s penalty remains in place and F1 drivers will discuss the matter further with the FIA in Austin.
You have a responsibility to your fans and those people believe in you.
Fernando Alonso expressed
Many drivers agree that the FIA punishing the three-time world champion was hard and not appropriate. They believe the situation could have been handled differently. This has prompted a debate in Formula 1 about what constitutes acceptable language and the pressure on drivers to maintain professionalism.
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