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Carlos Sainz Risks Further Fine After Expressing Frustration with Japanese Grand Prix Penalty
Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz is facing the potential for another significant financial penalty after using profanity in response to questions regarding a previous sanction he received at the Japanese Grand Prix. This incident occurred shortly after the Williams driver was issued a £17,000 fine for being late to the national anthems at Suzuka, due to a restroom visit. Half of this initial punishment is suspended for a period of 12 months. However, with the FIA intensifying its efforts to crack down on the use of swear words during official press conferences, Sainz’s recent outburst could lead to an additional fine estimated at around £35,000.
Sainz’s Profane Remark and Potential Consequences
During a media interaction, Sainz, while addressing his earlier infraction, stated, “I don’t know if I’ll get another fine for saying this…but s*** happens.” He acknowledged the risk of further punishment for his language, highlighting the FIA’s increasingly strict stance on profanity.
Reaction to the Japanese Grand Prix Lateness Fine
The Williams driver elaborated on his viewpoint regarding the initial fine, stating, “It’s the way it goes sometimes. €10,000 for [being] five seconds [late], is regrettable.” He voiced his disappointment with the severity of the financial penalty in relation to the minor nature of the lateness.
Call for Transparency Regarding Fine Allocation
Sainz further commented on the fine amount, expressing a desire for transparency concerning the allocation of funds collected through such penalties. “I hope, as I always say, that someone tells me where this €10,000 goes, and they say, ‘OK at least it goes to a nice cause’, and I’ll be looking forward to see where [it goes].” This statement underscores his wish for the fines to be directed towards beneficial initiatives.
Acknowledging Lateness but Questioning Fine Proportionality
Despite questioning the fine’s magnitude, Sainz affirmed his respect for protocol and punctuality. “I’m the biggest supporter of punctuality and being – in a way – a gentleman, being punctual to things, and especially a national anthem, with all the authorities there. I was the first one to put my hand up and say, ‘I’m late. I’m sorry for that.’”
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However, he reiterated his belief that the financial repercussion was disproportionate to the offense. “At the same time, I was five seconds late. And to be five seconds late and have to pay €10,000 or whatever the fine is, for me, it is unacceptable that we are having to pay these fines.” Sainz’s remarks highlight a perceived disconnect between the minor lateness infraction and the substantial financial penalty imposed.