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FIA Penalizes Verstappen for Collision with Russell at Spanish Grand Prix
The 2025 Spanish Grand Prix witnessed a significant incident involving Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Mercedes’ George Russell, leading to a post-race penalty for Verstappen.
During a safety car restart, Verstappen, initially running in third place, was instructed by his team to allow Russell to pass due to an earlier incident where Verstappen had left the track. In a contentious move, Verstappen slowed down abruptly, resulting in a collision with Russell. The FIA deemed Verstappen’s actions as causing a collision and imposed a 10-second time penalty, which dropped him from fifth to tenth in the final standings .
The incident sparked debate within the Formula 1 community. Former world champion Nico Rosberg criticized Verstappen’s maneuver, suggesting it warranted disqualification. Conversely, some defended Verstappen, attributing the clash to miscommunication and the high-pressure environment of the race .
Despite the controversy, McLaren celebrated a dominant performance, with Oscar Piastri securing victory from pole position and teammate Lando Norris finishing second. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc completed the podium in third place .
The FIA’s decision underscores the governing body’s commitment to maintaining fair play and safety standards in Formula 1 racing.
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