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Max Verstappen’s move on Oscar Piastri was a fundamental part of his victory in the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen has described how he recognized the opportunity for his impressive overtake on Oscar Piastri at Imola. Starting from second on the grid, Verstappen dropped to third behind George Russell, but his choice of the outside line allowed him to overtake McLaren on the first turn. This move was crucial for the race, affecting Piastri’s race as he got stuck in traffic. Verstappen’s victory in Red Bull’s 400th race narrowed the gap between him and Piastri in the driver standings. He explained that the move happened quickly, emphasizing the need for precision and maintaining grip. Verstappen highlighted the difficulty of the maneuver but expressed satisfaction with how it played out.
