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Max Verstappen has said his Spanish GP scuffle with George Russell is the “only point of criticism” he is willing to take in F1 this season.
Max Verstappen acknowledged the incident with George Russell in the Spanish Grand Prix as the sole point of criticism he will accept this Formula 1 season. Despite facing challenges with the inconsistent RB21, he finds himself trailing McLaren drivers in the standings. Verstappen, with a 49-point deficit to Championship leader Lando Norris, reflects on his season’s ups and downs, expressing satisfaction overall. The Red Bull driver candidly addressed the Barcelona clash with Russell, emphasizing his refusal to give anything less than 100% in races. Verstappen’s resilience and drive, notably evident in his podium finish after starting from the pit lane in Interlagos, underscore his contentment with personal growth and performance improvements.
