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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has insisted Max Verstappen must now refrain from any “rash” decisions as he lies one penalty point away from a F1 race ban.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko emphasized the importance for Max Verstappen to avoid impulsive decisions, as he is on the brink of a Formula 1 race ban due to accumulating penalty points on his superlicence.
After receiving 11 penalty points following a collision with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix, Verstappen is just one point away from a one-race suspension.
Marko pointed out that Verstappen must exercise caution in the next two race weekends to prevent a potential ban, highlighting the need to avoid any reckless moves on track.
The advisor highlighted that recent incidents, including clashes with Russell and title rival Lando Norris, have led to this critical situation for Verstappen.
Marko also mentioned that a series of unfortunate events, described as “bitter pills,” led to the collision with Russell, putting Verstappen in a precarious position.
Despite being a key figure in the Red Bull team, Verstappen is not exempt from criticism and strict instructions to maintain composure and avoid further penalties in upcoming races.
