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Red flags and a third restart at the Catalan GP intensified calls for a MotoGP riders’ union to safeguard safety and have a stronger voice in race decisions; past attempts at forming a collective were stalled by funding and power dynamics with Dorna, highlighting how fragmented rider influence remains despite safety concerns and the potential model of Formula 1’s GPDA.
The Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA) has urged FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem to treat Formula 1 drivers as adults, following penalties for swearing by drivers like Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc. The GPDA criticized the lack of transparency in the use of fines and called for financial clarity and collaboration among stakeholders to enhance the sport's image and operations. The statement emphasized the need for respectful communication and questioned the appropriateness of fines for minor infractions.