Max Verstappen has been ordered to complete work of public interest after using inappropriate language during the FIA Thursday driver press conference ahead of the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver,

Max Verstappen has become the first victim of the FIA’s clamp down on swearing. Ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem spoke about the foul language being used within the sport of Formula 1. He said: “I mean, we have to differentiate between our sport – motorsport – and rap music.

The FIA emphasised that public statements from World Championship participants must adhere to generally accepted standards, as drivers serve as role models both on and off the track.