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Helmut Marko didn’t understand Max Verstappen’s “thought process” during Spanish GP: “All hell broke loose”
Red Bull Formula 1 advisor Helmut Marko expressed confusion over Max Verstappen’s decision-making during the dramatic final laps of the Spanish Grand Prix. Marko highlighted the critical moment when Verstappen lost third place to Charles Leclerc after a safety car restart, leading to a series of incidents, including an altercation with George Russell. Verstappen was penalized with a 10-second penalty and received three penalty points, bringing him close to a race ban. Marko acknowledged the emotional outburst and series of wrong decisions, attributing them to heightened emotions. Despite apologizing for his unsportsmanlike behavior, Marko mentioned that Verstappen’s conflicts with Russell added to the tension. Red Bull chose not to conduct a lengthy debriefing after the race due to Verstappen’s intense emotional state.
