P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen wasn’t willing to discuss his late-race incident with George Russell in Barcelona.
Max Verstappen did not deny the allegations of intentional behavior in his late-race clash with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix. The incident resulted in a 10-second time penalty for Verstappen and a subsequent drop from fifth to 10th place. Verstappen slowed down before the collision, leading to speculation about the nature of his actions on track. Despite questioning, Verstappen remained defiant and emphasized focusing on the race as a whole rather than a single moment. The penalty proved to be a setback in his title defense aspirations, as he expressed concerns about the overall competitiveness of his team. Red Bull’s strategic decisions during the safety car period also came under scrutiny in the aftermath of the race.
