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Max Verstappen finds himself just one penalty point away from being issued a race ban following a fiery moment in Spain.
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert warned that Max Verstappen needs to drive more cautiously to avoid a race ban, as he is currently one penalty point away from suspension.
Verstappen incurred three penalty points for an incident with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix, with two points set to expire after the upcoming races in Canada and Austria.
Herbert emphasized the need for Verstappen to navigate the next events with care to stay clear of any further penalties from the stewards.
Despite being a strong contender for the drivers’ championship, Verstappen’s recent penalty dropped him to 10th place in the Spanish Grand Prix and reminded him of the importance of racing smartly without reckless moves.
As Herbert acknowledged, Verstappen’s strategic capabilities and mental strength are unmatched, but he now faces the challenge of balancing aggression with control to avoid jeopardizing his title aspirations.
The Dutch driver’s focus will be on maintaining a measured approach while still pushing for wins and podiums to stay in contention for the championship, with the penalty point hanging over his head as a reminder to race with caution.
