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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has detailed that Oscar Piastri had a role in the events that led to Max Verstappen’s race collapsing in F1’s Spanish GP.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko revealed that Oscar Piastri played a role in Max Verstappen’s race collapse at the Spanish Grand Prix, where Verstappen finished 10th after a chaotic finish triggered by a Safety Car period. Despite lacking new Soft tyres, Red Bull opted to pit Verstappen for Hard compound tires, which proved to be a detrimental decision. Marko acknowledged the mistake, stating that staying out could have been a better option. Piastri’s slow pace during the Safety Car period contributed to Verstappen’s struggles in regaining grip after the restart, ultimately costing him a podium finish that Red Bull believed he could have achieved if not for the pit stop strategy. Red Bull’s strategic choices and Piastri’s driving tactics influenced the outcome of the race, where McLaren ultimately emerged victorious.
