Juan Pablo Montoya calls for driver penalties amid Max Verstappen’s F1 criticism

Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has mentioned drivers who disrespect the game needs to be handed out harsh penalties, following current criticism of the sequence’ rules.

Although he hasn’t instantly known as any explicit driver out, his feedback appear to be directed at four-time world champion Max Verstappenwho has been closely important of F1.

The Dutchman has compared the new controversial regulations to “Mario Kart” and has overtly voiced his frustration labeling it “anti-racing.”

“You’ve got to respect the sport,” Montoya mentioned on BBC’s Checkered Flag Podcast. “For me, what the drivers are doing, I’m okay with you not liking the regulations, but the way you were speaking about what you’re living off and your own sport, there should be consequences for that.”

Pressed on what these penalties might be, Montoya urged stewards ought to take a more durable stance.

“Park him. Add seven points to the license, eight points to the license,” he mentioned.

“Whatever you do after, you’re going to be parked. I guarantee you all the messaging would be different.”

The Colombian, who raced in F1 from 2001 to 2006, mentioned drivers ought to be at liberty to voice criticism — however inside cause.

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“I’m not saying, ‘Don’t say that you don’t like the regulations,’ because if you don’t like it, you have the complete right to an opinion,” he added.

“It’s okay to be outspoken. I’m not saying don’t be outspoken, but don’t come and call an F1 car a Mario Kart.”