Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has been punished for swearing in a news conference in which he argued against greater restrictions on drivers swearing.

Max Verstappen has been ordered to “accomplish work of public interest” by Formula One’s rulers after he swore in a televised press conference at the Singapore Grand Prix. Verstappen described his Red Bull at the previous round in Azerbaijan as “f*****” in the official media FIA call to preview Sunday’s race here in the City State.

Formula One is cracking down on drivers for using swear words or rude language while speaking to their teams on the radio or while attending press conferences. Due to this Formula One World Champion Max Verstappen was summoned by the stewards at the Singapore Grand Prix when he was reprimanded for using swear words at a press conference.