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Russell will pay for screwing with Max
Last Sunday, the George Russell vs Max Verstappen F1 feud escalated after the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix, with an acrimonious post-race protest taking place.
Despite winning in Montreal, Mercedes driver George Russell faces potential payback according to GPFans Netherlands insider Jan Bolscher, as the Austrian Grand Prix approaches.
Russell’s controversial move at the Canadian Grand Prix could have severe consequences for him at the upcoming Red Bull Ring race, where he will confront Verstappen and his passionate ‘Orange Army’.
The tension between Russell and Verstappen heightened when Russell braked abruptly during a safety car period, allowing Verstappen to briefly pass him, potentially risking Verstappen’s chances of facing a race suspension.
The aftermath of the Canadian Grand Prix has stirred social media and experts alike, with many criticizing Russell’s actions as unnecessary, while Verstappen remained calm amidst the controversy.
As the focus shifts to the Austrian Grand Prix, all eyes will be on Russell and Verstappen’s encounter, with the stakes higher than ever for both drivers in this intense F1 rivalry.
