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Max Verstappen slammed the Formula 1 race stewards over his 10-second penalty during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, calling them “stupid idiots.”
Starting from third on the grid at the Yas Marina Circuit, Verstappen challenged McLaren’s Oscar Piastri into Turn 1 at lights out, resulting in a spin and a 10-second time penalty for the Dutch driver. Verstappen expressed frustration over the team radio, asking for a longer penalty and calling the decision “stupid.” Post-race, he avoided discussing the incident further, focusing on apologizing to Piastri and maintaining their friendship. Verstappen acknowledged his mistake in judgment and the close quarters at the apex of Turn 1. Despite McLaren’s Constructors’ title win, he still felt remorseful for the collision and promptly apologized to Piastri after the race.
