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Max Verstappen in Red Bull ‘protest’ over Spanish GP antics
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has confirmed that Max Verstappen did abide by his team’s orders in Spain, despite a ‘protest’. Verstappen was instructed to give George Russell fourth place after contact at turn one, in order to avoid a penalty. However, a furious Verstappen later collided with Russell, resulting in a 10-second penalty and a 10th place finish. Marko discussed the incidents, emphasizing that Verstappen complied under protest with the team’s instructions. The FIA determined that Verstappen did not need to give the position back to Russell, sparking further controversy. Verstappen’s actions in Spain have intensified the championship battle with Oscar Piastri, as he heads to Canada 49 points behind.
