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Leclerc ‘would’ve done same’ as Verstappen in F1 US GP sprint start squeeze
Leclerc and Verstappen started the sprint race from the front row at the United States Grand Prix. As they approached Turn 1, Verstappen pushed Leclerc off the track and into the pitlane exit. Leclerc’s position was compromised, allowing Hamilton to overtaken him. Leclerc admitted that he would have done the same in Verstappen’s position and accepted it as part of racing. Verstappen believed that his defensive move was necessary to prevent Leclerc from getting ahead. Verstappen went on to dominate the race, while Hamilton acknowledged the importance of a good start but couldn’t catch up to the leaders.
Source: motorsport
