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FIA Condemns Online Abuse After Dutch GP
25 Aug
Summary
- FIA condemns harassment targeting race stewards post-Dutch Grand Prix.
- Social media backlash followed penalties given to drivers.
- Abuse violates regulations; disagreement must not justify threats.
The governing body for Formula 1, the FIA, has issued a strong condemnation of harassment and disrespect targeting race stewards online. This statement follows a significant social media backlash experienced by stewards after the recent Dutch Grand Prix. These abusive comments and harassment were directed at officials who applied sporting penalties in accordance with FIA regulations.
The FIA highlighted that such online abuse, harassment, and disrespect are unacceptable within the sport. This stance was reinforced by the United Against Online Abuse coalition, which the FIA founded. The coalition stated that while disagreements with sporting decisions are natural, they must never justify threats or personal attacks on individuals.
Specifically, Alpine driver Franco Colapinto and Racing Bulls' Arvid Lindblad each received drive-through penalties for allegedly overtaking under double yellow flags. Colapinto contested the decision, stating he was avoiding debris. Additionally, Colapinto and Red Bull's Liam Lawson were given 10-second time penalties later in the race for failing to slow under a yellow flag.
