What is the “expensive poo” incident in F1? All about Carlos Sainz’s costly and comical moment on the track
Carlos Sainz was fined €20,000 by the FIA for being late to the pre-race anthem at the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix due to sudden stomach issues. The incident, dubbed the 'expensive poo,' sparked debate on F1's strict rules versus human realities, with drivers defending Sainz and questioning the penalty's proportionality.
Carlos Sainz was fined €20,000 by the FIA for being late to the pre-race anthem at the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix due to sudden stomach issues. The incident, dubbed the 'expensive poo,' sparked debate on F1's strict rules versus human realities, with drivers defending Sainz and questioning the penalty's proportionality.
