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F1 Recap: Ricciardo verdict declared on Red Bull return as Verstappen defence launched
Red Bull has a plan prepared in case Max Verstappen faces a one-race ban, potentially leading to Daniel Ricciardo’s involvement. A F1 insider attributes Max Verstappen’s clash with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix to Red Bull’s accountability, launching a strong defense for him. Red Bull has officially applied for an FIA Super Licence for promising junior driver Arvid Lindblad as a potential F1 replacement option. Valtteri Bottas of Mercedes F1 expresses surprise at a last-minute driver lineup change from Audi that caught him off guard. Silverstone announces a new track addition ahead of the British Grand Prix, introducing an exciting development for the upcoming race.
