Max Verstappen refuses to comment over “bizarre” community service penalty for swearing in press conference
Max Verstappen spoke about his penalty for swearing during the Singapore GP press conference, describing the situation as bizarre and expressing his frustration.
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Max Verstappen is known for his furious rants when things don’t go as planned. He was criticized by the FIA for using inappropriate language during Thursday’s press conference in Singapore. The Red Bull driver was summoned by the stewards for using the F-word while discussing his car’s performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix last week.
Max Verstappen commented on the penalty for his swearing during the press conference. Verstappen said it might be better if he doesn’t say anything about the penalty. He found the situation very bizarre and thought discussing the penalty further wouldn’t help, believing it was odd to be punished for expressing his feelings. The Dutchman seemed frustrated with the reaction to his comments and thought there were more important issues to focus on.
It might be better if I don't say anything about it. I think it's all bizarre.Max Verstappen told Telegraaf.nl
Verstappen expressed that he isn’t interested in personal matters related to the situation and doesn’t want to waste his energy on them. He noted that Kevin Magnussen also used the F-word during the conference but wasn’t penalized. This made Verstappen question whether the FIA’s actions were personal.
Before this incident, he had given a bold response to the FIA president, who had advised drivers to avoid swearing. Disappointed by the FIA’s decision, the Dutchman mentioned that he would now need to attend conferences through a laptop.
Whether it's something personal? I'm not into that and I don't want to waste my energy on that, I will probably have to attend something, maybe via laptop. A conference, or something.Max Verstappen stated.
Max Verstappen feels answering questions in the paddock will be better
Max Verstappen remarked that swearing seems to be acceptable in the paddock, where he can express his feelings freely. He indicated that in the future, there’s no need for reporters to ask him questions during the press conference. They can share their stories in the paddock, where Verstappen can speak openly and express his views without fearing penalties.
Here in the paddock we can apparently swear. So next time you don’t have to ask me anything in the press conference and then we can tell our story here.Max Verstappen expressed.
Certainly, The FIA wants drivers to avoid swearing on team radios and during press conferences. They expect drivers to be role models and refrain from using language or behavior that could harm F1’s reputation. The sport is watched worldwide, especially by young children, so the FIA aims to prevent them from being influenced by curse words at an early age.
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