Several Formula 1 drivers have been critical of the FIA on several occasions, especially during the 2024 season. However, there is not only frustration in F1, but also in other racing classes where the governing body rules.

The FIA has issued new guidelines that could see F1 drivers face hefty fines, points deductions, and a one-month suspension or more for repeated misconduct violations.

With the news that drivers who verbally discredit the FIA - or at least the motorsport federation's standards - will face a hefty fine and possible suspension, President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and his crew have reportedly made many drivers unhappy.

A fiery 2024 Formula 1 season led to the broadcast of some, shall we say, PG-13 language over team radio channels, leading to FIA President Mohamed Ben Sualyem limiting even censored recordings of foul-mouthed drivers last September.