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From a near-certain race victory to the aftermath of a crash. No wonder there’s frustration.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner expressed frustration over Max Verstappen losing the Austrian Grand Prix victory due to a crash with Lando Norris. Norris closed the gap after a slow pit stop for Verstappen, leading to several overtaking attempts and ultimately a collision. Verstappen received a 10-second penalty for the incident, finishing fifth, while Norris retired due to car damage. Horner defended Verstappen’s racing style but acknowledged the outcome as part of the sport. Despite the setback, Horner highlighted the team’s strong performance and Verstappen extending his championship lead.