Max Verstappen is furious and raged after being worried and threatened with getting fined for his use of profanity. The reigning Formula One champion has voiced out his dissatisfaction over what he said would make him leave the sport sooner. Max spoke to the press ahead of the Grand Prix weekend.
Verstappen’s comments are made when the attention on drivers’ behavior both on and off the track has increased. More and more, the glamorous image of Formula One has made speculations over improvements in disgusting fines or punishments for some race deaths watched by millions across the globe.
“If we start bringing in ridiculous fines for cursing and so on, I’d rather leave the sport a bit sooner. No need,” said Verstappen. The Dutchman, an outspoken direct fellow, emphasized that emotions run high during races, especially in moments of intense competition. “In the heat of the moment, sometimes things slip out. I think that’s part of the sport.”
Verstappen, who is on his way to his third world title in a row, is never afraid to speak his mind; he has often been heard venting frustration on the radio when things do not go his way. His unfiltered reaction makes for a fan favorite, but such responses have come under attack from critics, who think that athletes should not be so candid.
Though no word has been confirmed so far by the officials of Formula One regarding the fine for profanity, the discussion has already sparked debate among drivers and fans. They claim if this sort of strict rule is imposed, unnecessary policing on the part of the drivers could be the result, and instead of raw emotion, it would take away from the nature of the sport.
As Verstappen’s stance exemplifies the thin line that exists between the need for professionalism and the passion that makes Formula One so compelling to watch, the argument here will wait to see if the sport will accept the fines and just how they may affect Verstappen’s future in the high-octane world of Formula One.
News of the possible exit of Verstappen will immediately affect the heavily dominated track territory. Now, the fans are at pains keeping an eye on the happenings in the coming months for the development of this issue.
