F1 CEO urges young drivers to show ‘professionalism’ following Max Verstappen’s Singapore swearing saga
Max Verstappen was punished to serve community service for swearing during a press conference at the Singapore GP.
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Red Bull driver Max Verstappen was involved in a tussle with the FIA at the Singapore Grand Prix this season. Verstappen was reprimanded by Formula 1’s governing body for using a swear word during the press conference at Marina Bay.
Max Verstappen has since raised his objection against the penalization for using colorful language in the sport. The 27-year-old held his ground on the issue and chose to be expressive and true to his beliefs.
Amidst the Verstappen saga, Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has offered his advice to the upcoming generation of drivers. He has urged the young talents to maintain their true characters while showing professionalism at the pinnacle of motorsport.
The young drivers? There are many and what I like is that each one has his own personality. We are in a fortunate phase, the drivers are not a problem. I want to see different faces and professionalism.
Stefano Domenicali via PlanetF1.com
Verstappen refused to serve community service as his punishment for the swearing incident in Singapore. The FIA will have to assess the issue and thus, could deliver a verdict ahead of an important race in Austin this week.
F1 pundit claims Max Verstappen can turn the tables by winning sprint races
Sky Sports pundit Martin Brundle has shared his thoughts on Max Verstappen’s title chances this season. The Dutchman leads the drivers’ championship but has failed to win in any of the last eight races.
No, I don’t think Max does seeing out. I think he’ll be going for it big time. And one of these next six – don’t forget we’ve got three Sprint races as well that will generate some points – I think Max could win one or two of those somewhere and just turn the tables a little bit more.
Martin Brundle via SkySports
Martin Brundle has claimed that Verstappen will be making his best efforts to win the fourth title of his career. The Brit has said that the 27-year-old will be able to gain a better advantage by winning the upcoming sprint races.
Despite his recent shortfalls, Verstappen holds a hefty lead of 52 points in the drivers championship. He now needs to score maximum points in the last six races to cement his chances of amassing the driver’s title this year.
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