F1 Drivers Demand Action Over Words from FIA President on Rule Changes
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At the Miami Grand Prix, George Russell, a Mercedes driver and director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association, expressed dissatisfaction with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem's vague promises to revise rules concerning misconduct penalties. Russell emphasized that F1 drivers are looking for concrete actions rather than mere considerations, particularly in response to the strict fines for swearing and other infractions. The current regulations under Appendix B of the FIA's International Sporting Code impose significant fines and potential suspensions for repeated offenses.
Key Points
George Russell criticized FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem for only considering changes to misconduct rules without taking action.
The current FIA rules under Appendix B impose heavy fines and potential suspensions for misconduct, including swearing.
Rally and F1 drivers have expressed frustration over these strict penalties.
Russell, as a GPDA director, stressed the need for actual changes to be implemented for the betterment of the sport.
The discussion on fines and punishments is diverting attention from the core aspects of racing, technology, and safety.
