Formula 1 is experiencing a period of high voltage after recent controversy involving Argentine pilot Franco Colapinto and four -time world champion Max Verstappen. Rumors circulate on collapint potentially processing the FIA for allegations that shaken the Paddock, while Verstappen faces sanctions for violating the rigid FIA regulations.
Franco Colapinto, the young Williams driver who debuted in 2024 and now competes for Alpine, has been under the spotlight after several incidents on the track. The alleged process brought by Colapinto against the FIA is allegedly related to sanctions that the Argentine considers unfair, including a 10 -second penalty and the loss of two superlice points after a collision with Liam Lawson in the 2024 Grand Prix. In that incident, collapint tried to overtake Lawson, but the commissioners considered him responsible for a “potentially dangerous” maneuver. The Argentine expressed his frustration, arguing that the rules favor pilots who defend their position inside, leaving little room for those who attack outside.
In turn, Max Verstappen, undisputed leader of Red Bull, has been penalized several times this season. One of the most notable incidents occurred at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where the Dutchman received a ban on community service for describing his car as “a piece of shit” during a radio call. The FIA, under the leadership of Mohammed Ben Suulayem, hardened the sanctions against offensive language and misconduct, attracting criticism from the pilots. Verstappen, known for his frankness, called these excessive measures, arguing that emotions are part of motorsport.
Verstappen was also penalized in Mexico with two 10 second penalties for aggressive maneuvers against Lando Norris, generating debate about the consistency of FIA decisions. Colapinto, upon learning of the Dutch sanction, showed surprise on his team’s radio, exclaiming, “20 seconds?” This incident highlights the tensions between the pilots and the FIA, which seeks to impose more rigorous patterns of conduct inside and off the track.
The controversy is not limited to racial penalties. The FIA and Alpine condemned abusive comments on social networks directed to pilots like Yuki Tsunoda after a clap with collapint in Imola. The Argentine, aware of the impact his fans have on him, defends respect and supports campaigns against online hatred.
As the 2025 season approaches the Monaco Grand Prix, Formula 1 remains a focus of emotion, rivalries and regulatory debates. Will collapint be able to clean your name and challenge the FIA? Will Verstappen continue to conflict with the authorities? Only time will say.
