Source:REUTERS/Henry Romero
[Saba Sports News] Shortly after the conclusion of the Mexican Grand Prix, although Max Verstappen did not win the race, he received good news: his total driver’s license penalty points have been reduced to 6. According to F1 regulations, if a driver accumulates 12 penalty points within a 12-month period, they face an automatic one-race ban. As of November 3rd, his license points have been refreshed, reducing his total penalty points from 11 to 6. This means he has temporarily escaped the immediate threat of a suspension. His previous penalty points were due to various driving infractions, such as collisions with other drivers and violations of virtual safety car rules. The editor believes that with the reduction in points, he still needs to be more cautious about his driving conduct; otherwise, he risks accumulating points again or even facing a ban. This helps maintain a fair competitive environment for the entire sport. Now with the points reduced to 6, he can race with more peace of mind, without excessive worry about triggering a ban for minor infractions. This helps him maintain stable competitive form in the subsequent races and strive for better results with full effort.