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Max Verstappen says his only focus after the clash with Lando Norris in Austria was protecting their relationship rather than who was in the right or wrong. Norris was attempting to pass Verstappen…
Max Verstappen prioritized maintaining his relationship with Lando Norris over determining who was right or wrong after their clash in Austria. Norris aimed to overtake Verstappen, who defended vigorously causing a collision resulting in both cars getting punctures. Verstappen brushed off criticism, emphasizing his friendship with Norris. The drivers discussed the incident post-race and agreed that their battle was enjoyable despite the consequences. Verstappen assured Norris that moves on track could be trusted, aiming to race hard within the limits of fair competition. They acknowledged a human reaction to racing incidents and highlighted the importance of pushing boundaries within the rules to succeed in Formula 1.
