P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull provide penalty points update as Max Verstappen race ban looms
“Red Bull posted an update on FIA penalty points following Max Verstappen’s close brush with a race ban. Verstappen received three penalty points for his altercation with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix, bringing his total to 11 in the last 12 months, with a ban looming if he gets one more point before June 30.
The team may have to consider replacing him with drivers from their junior team if a ban occurs, causing a ripple effect. Red Bull’s website published a guide on F1 penalty points, possibly hinting at the repercussions of Verstappen’s actions.
Verstappen’s move on Russell generated mixed reactions, with critics questioning Red Bull’s strategy and defending the Dutchman’s actions. Despite the controversy, Verstappen remains nonchalant, only acknowledging that the incident ‘shouldn’t have happened’ without issuing a direct apology.”
