Summary
Max Verstappen collided with George Russell during the Spanish Grand Prix, resulting in a 10-second penalty and a drop from fifth to tenth place. Verstappen admitted the move was a mistake, and he is now one point away from a race ban due to penalty points on his license.
Key Facts
- Max Verstappen collided with George Russell during the Spanish Grand Prix.
- The collision led to Verstappen receiving a 10-second penalty and finishing tenth.
- Verstappen admitted his frustration led to the incident, calling it a "misjudgement."
- He received three penalty points on his license, bringing his total to 11.
- A racing license race ban occurs at 12 points.
- The penalty leaves Verstappen 49 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri.
- Verstappen's team, Red Bull, opted for hard tires, which he questioned.
- The clash occurred at Turn Five on the final laps of the race.
