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Max Verstappen voiced his frustration in Canada over ongoing questions about a potential F1 race ban, branding the speculation “childish” and saying he is “pissed off” with the narrative.
Max Verstappen expressed frustration in Canada, labeling ongoing questions regarding a potential Formula 1 race ban as “childish” and stating he is “pissed off” with the narrative. Despite qualifying behind George Russell in Montreal, Verstappen faces the threat of a race ban in Canada and Austria due to accumulating penalty points. His 11 points on the FIA Super Licence leave him one point away from an automatic suspension, leading to persistent inquiries about his race approach. Verstappen, qualifying second, reiterated his annoyance towards the topic, emphasizing his focus on racing rather than the speculation surrounding a ban. Pleased with Red Bull’s setup work for the Canadian Grand Prix, Verstappen attributed his improved performance to the team’s preparation and execution, highlighting the importance of finding the right car balance and tire strategy for qualifying.
