According to the new guidelines published on 22 January, drivers can now lose championship points for misconduct, either during a race or at press conferences. The new rules give race stewards more authority when it comes to punishing drivers in the 2025 F1 season and beyond.

The four-time F1 world champion Verstappen and Mercedes driver Russell had a heated exchanged at last year’s Qatar Grand Prix.

LONDON— George Russell says he won’t follow Lando Norris by changing his approach to Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen following a feud last season, as Verstappen said he has “no intention to continue any kind of beef.