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Max Verstappen’s temper boiled over in Monaco as the reigning World Champion snapped at a Red Bull ally, demanding to be “left alone” following a fiery clash with Daniel Ricciardo.

The incident unfolded shortly after a tense post-race debrief, where Verstappen and Ricciardo exchanged sharp words stemming from a controversial on-track battle. Ricciardo, known for his aggressive overtakes, made a bold move that Verstappen clearly didn’t appreciate — and the fallout was immediate.

Witnesses reported Verstappen storming away from the Red Bull motorhome before being approached by a team advisor attempting to defuse the situation. That’s when the Dutch driver, clearly enraged, lashed out with the blunt rebuke: “Just leave me alone!”

The outburst stunned onlookers and underscored the growing strain within the Red Bull camp as the championship battle intensifies. Verstappen, usually composed under pressure, appeared visibly shaken, fueling speculation that his rivalry with Ricciardo — once a close friend — may be more personal than previously believed.

Ricciardo remained cryptic when asked about the altercation. “Look, we raced hard. Things were said. I’m not losing sleep over it,” he told reporters with a shrug.

While Red Bull has downplayed the exchange, insiders suggest tensions are simmering beneath the surface, and Verstappen’s emotional reaction could signal deeper frustrations as the season heats up.

With the next Grand Prix fast approaching, all eyes will be on how Verstappen channels this fury — and whether Ricciardo has reawakened a rivalry that never truly died.