F1 drivers shocked at fine increase to 1m euros
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Leading Formula 1 drivers express shock at a decision to raise the possible fine that can be imposed on competitors to 1m euros (£871,000).
  • @[email protected]English
    11•11 months ago

    Could very well be targeted at premeditated offences, where team and driver evaluate what’s cheaper. Not breaking the rules and not gaining a certain advantage – or breaking the rules, gaining an advantage and paying a (small) fine, as the the advantage is worth more than the penalty costs.

    This equation changes a lot with a 1m Euros maximum fine and maybe prevents decisions to break rules.

    • @bhmnscmmOP
      7•11 months ago

      I agree. I don’t think this change is a bad move. Assuming this fine is only issued in truly the most extreme cases of infringement, and not cases of wearing wearing jewelry or making social media posts.

      Having a major disincentive like this will definitely make rule breaking more risky.

      In what cases has the previous maximum fine even been issued?