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Max Verstappen claimed had he sped through yellow flags in the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix instead of Lando Norris “it would have been investigated straight away.”
Leading the Qatar GP, Red Bull’s Verstappen was pursued by McLaren rival Norris until a loose wing mirror from Albon’s Williams changed the dynamics of the race. Verstappen noticed Norris not lifting through yellow flags, prompting him to protest to his Race Engineer over team radio. The Race Stewards penalized Norris with a 10-second stop-and-go penalty, ultimately removing him from contention for the race win. Verstappen highlighted the strictness of yellow flag regulations, emphasizing that he would have been investigated immediately if in a similar situation. Red Bull Team Principal Horner backed Verstappen’s vigilance in enforcing the rules, showcasing the Dutch driver’s strategic thinking on the track. Horner also acknowledged Verstappen’s ability to navigate various rulebook nuances during races, noting his sharpness and attention to detail.
