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Christian Horner has conveyed sympathy with Max Verstappen after the Dutchman’s incident with George Russell towards the end of the F1 Spanish GP.
Christian Horner expressed sympathy for Max Verstappen following the incident with George Russell in the Spanish Grand Prix. Verstappen faced a penalty for colliding with Russell after being advised to give up fourth place. The Dutch driver found himself passed by both Russell and Charles Leclerc following a late Safety Car period. Despite concerns from the Red Bull pit wall, Verstappen opted to take the escape road and was penalized for gaining an unfair advantage. Horner addressed the incident diplomatically and highlighted the complex rules governing driver conduct. The team plans to internally discuss the incident and assess the handling of similar situations in the future.
