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Did the old, over-aggressive Max Verstappen reappear at the Austrian GP? A former F1 driver believes so.
Max Verstappen has been accused of resorting to his old tricks in the Austrian Grand Prix clash with Lando Norris, with Martin Brundle pointing out that he displayed overly aggressive defensive moves reminiscent of his early years. Verstappen’s defensive maneuvers during the race, particularly in the closing stages, angered Norris and ultimately led to a collision between the two drivers. Despite receiving a 10-second time penalty for the incident, Verstappen was able to recover to fifth place. Brundle criticized both Verstappen and Red Bull for their actions during the race and highlighted the role Norris played in the drama. Ultimately, the clash between Verstappen and Norris showcased a return to “Max 1.0” and raised questions about sportsmanship and acceptable driving tactics in Formula 1.
