Formula 1 drivers could face points deductions or bans if they repeatedly swear or criticize the sport's governing body under revised misconduct guidelines issued by the FIA.

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.

F1 drivers face bans if they repeatedly swear or criticise the sport's governing body under changes to the FIA's sporting code for the 2025 season.

The F1 drivers face hefty fines, a ‘1-month suspension’ and even a ‘deduction of championship points’ should they be found guilty of ‘misconduct’ or causing ‘moral injury’ to the the FIA. The FIA have issued new stewards’ penalty guidelines that lay out these penalties.