Christian Horner criticized the booing of Max Verstappen during the F175 launch, emphasizing that as a four-time champion, Verstappen deserved a better reception. He acknowledged the intensifying rivalries in F1, stating that the sport's audience has evolved and become more diverse, leading to passionate but sometimes negative interactions among fans. The FIA condemned the tribally charged booing at the event, urging supporters to show respect towards all participants. The recent rise in popularity of F1 has also resulted in a more competitive and polarized fan environment, prompting initiatives like the United Against Online Abuse campaign.
The only disappointment I had with it was the reception to Max as a four-time world champion, that was disappointing.
Fans will always back the teams and drivers they want to. Of course we have been the protagonists over the years.
The fans are the DNA of the sport and the fandom has changed over the last few years as we have been welcoming more diverse fans to the sport.
The FIA has made a concerted effort to address vituperative interactions between fans, particularly with its United Against Online Abuse campaign.
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