FIA President Focuses on Dress Codes and Conduct Issues

In the wake of a three-week break before the next Formula 1 grand prix, drivers are utilizing their time to discuss recent events, particularly the punishment handed to Max Verstappen for swearing during a press conference. The FIA has imposed a community service sentence for the use of an inappropriate word, which has sparked laughter and disbelief among the drivers. This incident has led to speculation about a potential collective response from the drivers at the upcoming race in Austin. They are considering a coordinated effort to use specific swear words during their pre-race press conferences or even during the race itself. This situation highlights the ongoing tension between the FIA's enforcement of conduct rules and the drivers' desire for more significant issues to be addressed by the governing body. The drivers feel that there are more pressing matters for the FIA to focus on than enforcing dress codes and regulating language, suggesting a disconnect between the governing body and the athletes it oversees.