Verstappen's First-Corner Incident: A Misguided Penalty by Red Bull

Max Verstappen's incident during the first corner after the restart at the Spanish Grand Prix sparked a significant debate. The FIA confirmed that the stewards would not have imposed a penalty, indicating that Red Bull's request for Verstappen to yield to George Russell was unwarranted.

Our Take:

It's perplexing that Red Bull instructed Verstappen to let Russell pass when the FIA deemed the move acceptable. This misjudgment could reflect the team's strategy under pressure, but it raises questions about their communication and decision-making in critical situations.

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Source: F1Technical