(Video) ‘Cold’ Max Verstappen goes into rebel mode by giving ‘1-word’ responses to reporter’s questions after FIA’s swear ban
Max Verstappen simply refused to give detailed answers in the press conference after being penalized by the FIA due to the swearing ban.
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Max Verstappen has had a difficult weekend off-track at the Singapore GP. The Dutch driver became the first victim of the FIA’s ban on swearing, and as such was handed a penalty. After Qualifying, Verstappen simply refused to give detailed answers in the press conference.
The Dutch driver admitted that Red Bull had made a lot of changes after Friday’s practice. However, Max Verstappen made it clear that he would not elaborate further due to the fear of getting fined by the FIA again. The Red Bull driver hinted that he might not talk at all if the sports governing body did not change its ruling.
A lot.., no I might get fined or get an extra day [of community service].Max Verstappen said in press conference
Moreover, throughout the conference, Verstappen simply gave blunt 1-word responses, signaling his anger towards the swear ban penalty. Ultimately, the three-time world champion clarified to the reporter that his cold answers were not towards him personally.
Maybe. It's an unknown, this is not towards you don't worry, I don't want to upset you.Max Verstappen continued
his attitude and personality is just so top tier. they didn’t want him to talk and so he doesn’t. max verstappen, you move me pic.twitter.com/NbY9pev6Au
— faye ? (@97sverstappen) September 21, 2024
Max Verstappen happy after ‘very positive’ Qualifying in Singapore
After the press conference, Max Verstappen told reporters to ask him questions in the paddock to prevent another swear ban violation. The three-time world champion thanked the entire Red Bull crew for working hard overnight. Verstappen admitted that his second place in Qualifying was a very positive and unexpected result for the team.
It's been a while, it was all a bit better for me, also big thank you to the team working overnight and this morning trying to optimize everything. It was a very positive, also honestly a bit of an unexpected qualifying.Max Verstappen said
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"It's been a while, it was all a bit better for me, also big thank you to the team working overnight and this morning trying to optimise everything. It was a very positive, also honestly a bit of an unexpected qualifying.
It's unfortunate [for the… pic.twitter.com/zxSL9HLORz
Certainly, Max Verstappen will likely continue to showcase his discontent towards the FIA. Lewis Hamilton has come out in support of the Dutch driver. It seems that the sports governing body could face stronger backlash from drivers in the coming days.
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