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Damon Hill gives his view on the incident between Max Verstappen and George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix
1996 F1 world champion Damon Hill criticized Max Verstappen’s move on George Russell during the Spanish Grand Prix, describing it as ‘over the top, as usual’. Verstappen received a 10-second time penalty and three penalty points for the collision at Turn 5. The incident occurred after Red Bull asked Verstappen to give up his position to Russell, leading to frustration. Red Bull’s tire strategy left Verstappen vulnerable to Charles Leclerc and Russell, resulting in further issues during the race. Despite the challenges, Verstappen managed to maintain his position after being pushed off track by Russell. Hill, known for his candid opinions on Verstappen’s driving, commented on the incident, suggesting it was ill-judged and excessive.
Regarding the 2025 F1 title race, Oscar Piastri increased his points lead over Lando Norris by 10 points with his fifth win of the season. Piastri’s controlled performance from pole position impressed Hill, who praised the driver for his composure during the Spanish Grand Prix. Hill acknowledged Red Bull’s fierce competition but cautioned about the unpredictable nature of the title race, emphasizing the continued drama and competitiveness in the season.
