Amid Max Verstappen's swearing controversy that saw him attract a one-day community service penalty for using a swear word during a press conference at the Sing

Verstappen worries F1's governing body's focus on 'silly things' will drain authenticity from the sport — and his interest.

Piastri picked up McLaren’s first F1 win in two years with his sprint race victory last year, on the same day Verstappen secured his third championship. The high-speed corners should suit the MCL38, though Verstappen did win the grand prix last year.