P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“This is the most mature we’ve seen Max after an incident like this and that I think is to his credit.”
Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft commended Max Verstappen for his handling of the controversial incident with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix. Verstappen received a 10-second time penalty and three penalty points for the deliberate collision, bringing his total penalty points to 11, just one point away from a race ban. In a statement on Instagram post-race, Verstappen acknowledged his wrong move without a direct apology. Despite the absence of an apology, Croft praised Verstappen for his maturity in dealing with the situation, noting a growth in his handling of such incidents. Former F1 driver Karun Chandhok also highlighted Verstappen’s rare apology and suggested that it helped de-escalate the situation. The incident in Barcelona, though controversial, showcased a more composed side of Verstappen, marking a potential evolution in his approach to on-track incidents.
