Williams drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon say it is wrong to threaten Formula 1 drivers with bans for swearing.

Williams’ Alex Albon argues that Formula 1 drivers don’t want “excessive control” over their opinions amid the FIA tightening up

Williams duo Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon say it is wrong that they and their fellow Formula One drivers should face bans for swearing.

Williams driver Alex Albon spoke out on Friday against Formula One rule changes for this year that could see drivers fined heavily, handed points deductions and even race bans for swearing. The governing FIA published amendments to the sporting code in January to set out stiff sanctions for drivers who break the rules concerning conduct.

Alex Albon spoke out on Friday against F1 rule changes that could see drivers fined heavily, handed points deductions and even race bans for swearing.