Motor racing-Sainz risks further fine for bad language


Formula One F1 - Bahrain Grand Prix - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - April 10, 2025 Williams' Carlos Sainz Jr. is seen ahead of the race REUTERS/Rula Rouhana

SAKHIR, Bahrain (Reuters) -Williams Formula One driver Carlos Sainz could face a further hefty fine after he swore on Thursday while defending lateness that cost him 10,000 euros ($11,196) in Japan last weekend.

The Spaniard was fined 20,000 euros, with half suspended, after a "stomach issue" delayed him getting to the national anthem in time before Sunday's race at Suzuka.

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