Sainz: 'Common sense' included in F1 prohibition on swearing.

      "Everything has become very clear."

      By GMM

      21 March 2025 - 15:29

      "Common sense" has been applied regarding the contentious new ban on swearing in Formula 1. This perspective comes from Carlos Sainz, who was asked in China about reports from Melbourne a week prior that suggested the FIA had eased its strict measures.

      Starting from Australia, stewards will only consider penalties for drivers who use foul language if it occurs outside the cockpit. Garry Connelly, a senior FIA steward and member of the World Motor Sport Council, informed drivers in Melbourne that expletives used on the radio during tense moments would not be taken to the stewards.

      "I believe Garry Connelly did a great job explaining how the FIA intends to handle the situation," said Sainz, who is also a new director of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association. "I value the presence of common sense, and this time it has prevailed. Everything has become very clear, and I hope we can continue to progress," the Williams driver added.

      Max Verstappen was the first to receive a penalty for calling his Red Bull "f*cked" during an FIA press conference last year, resulting in community service in Rwanda as punishment. When questioned about the newly relaxed rules, the Dutch driver refrained from commenting. "I'm not going to say anything about that - I want to remain calm," he was quoted as saying by Dutch journalists in China. "Everyone anticipates that I'll be the first to swear, but I will try to prevent that from happening."