did his greatest impression of in response to questioning about ’s controversial new swearing guidelines.
The , F1’s governing physique, have moved to for swearing within the sport’s laws and, final 12 months, Verstappen needed to endure neighborhood service in Rwanda for utilizing foul language in a press convention.
Underneath new FIA laws, a primary offence carries a £33,800 high quality; a second offence a £67,600 high quality and suspended one-month suspension and a 3rd offence a £101,000 high quality and one-month race ban.
When requested concerning the new laws at F1 75 Dwell in London on Tuesday, the four-time world champion opted for a phrase made well-known by ex-Chelsea and Man Utd supervisor Mourinho.
“I favor not to discuss that,” he mentioned. “In any other case I’ll get in bother.”
In a media session held moments later with members of the nationwide press, Verstappen elaborated barely: “For those who take a look at everybody’s response to it, I feel that claims sufficient.
“I feel we shouldn’t take it so severely. I’m additionally not going to let you know how you need to behave in life.”
Verstappen, who’s bidding this 12 months to grow to be solely the second driver in F1 historical past to win 5 world championships in a row, additionally made his clear his intention to maneuver on from his row with George Russell on the finish of final season.
“I’ve no intention of continuous any kind of beef in February,” he mentioned.
“I am nonetheless having fun with my time away from F1. Truthfully, I’ve nothing to say on that topic.”
Verstappen has been joined by a brand new teammate at Pink Bull this 12 months, with New Zealand driver changing Sergio Perez for 2025.
The 2025 season begins on 16 March in Australia.
