Max Verstappen REFUSES to answer questions after swearing row as Lewis Hamilton urges him not to serve ‘joke’ punishment [Video]

MAX VERSTAPPEN took a vow of silence after being hit with Formula One’s ‘community service’ punishment for swearing in a press conference.

The Dutchman all but refused to answer questions in yesterday’s press conference after securing second-place in qualifying behind Lando Norris.

Max Verstappen remained silent about his swearing row in a press conference

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He answered one question with “no comment” and told reporters “I would prefer if you ask these questions outside of the room”.

Third-place Lewis Hamilton and Norris have rallied around the Red Bull driver with the seven-time world champion slamming the “joke” punishment.

Hamilton said: “I honestly think it’s a joke. This is the pinnacle of the sport, mistakes are made.

“I certainly wouldn’t do that (serve the punishment) and I hope Max doesn’t either.”

Following the press conference, Verstappen was true …