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Max Verstappen took the lead on the opening lap of the Las Vegas Grand Prix by going off the track to overtake Charles Leclerc, which resulted in a time penalty.
Max Verstappen discussed his controversial overtake on Charles Leclerc during the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where he ran wide and off the track at Turn 1, forcing Leclerc out as well. Verstappen maintained his lead after the incident and received a five-second time penalty, which he served during his first pit stop. Despite the setback, Verstappen went on to win the race, securing his 18th victory of the season. He attributed the incident to a lack of grip after braking late into the corner. Verstappen also experienced contact with George Russell but chose not to change his damaged front wing during the pit stop.
