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Rally Drivers Unite Against FIA’s Swearing Penalties

3/19/2025

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Drivers Protest Penalties

World Rally Championship drivers are taking a stand against the FIA's swearing penalties during the Safari Rally in Kenya. United as the World Rally Drivers Alliance (WoRDA), they plan to limit their comments, opting for silence or speaking in their native tongues. This protest comes after Adrien Fourmaux faced a hefty €10,000 fine for inappropriate language.

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Drivers Advocate Silence

In a bold move, drivers like Kalle Rovanperä and Ott Tänak will keep their interviews brief this weekend, opting for silence or speaking in their native tongues. This initiative, spearheaded by WoRDA, aims to tackle recent fines and champion freedom of expression while curbing rudeness. They are pushing for FIA rule changes to bolster their cause.

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Drivers Protest Penalties

World Rally Championship drivers are taking a stand against the FIA's swearing penalties during the Safari Rally in Kenya. United as the World Rally Drivers Alliance (WoRDA), they plan to limit their comments, opting for silence or speaking in their native tongues. This protest comes after Adrien Fourmaux faced a hefty €10,000 fine for inappropriate language.

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