Formule-1 : Montoya calls for stricter standards for Verstappen and Norris

Juan Pablo Montoya enters the F1 debate on 2026 regulations with a bold stance. He targets Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, urging them to either hold their tongues or exit the sport. Verstappen's blunt comments likening F1 to “Mario Kart” and calling it “a joke” provoke Montoya's strong reaction. Norris echoes this sentiment, expressing discontent with the new-spec cars. Montoya argues that disrespecting F1 should have consequences, suggesting a crackdown akin to North American sports. “For people who don’t respect the sport, there’s the door,” he states. He advocates for fines or exits for those criticizing the new rules, asserting that mocking the sport is unacceptable. Montoya draws a line between free speech and what he sees as mockery. As the debate intensifies, F1 faces a choice: heed Montoya’s demands or let drivers express their views. The "Mario Kart" analogy continues to stir controversy.