The Ringer F1 Show The Verstappen-Russell Crash, Safety Car Restart, and More Spanish GP Reactions
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Jun 1, 2025 The thrilling Spanish Grand Prix took center stage with Max Verstappen and George Russell's dramatic collision during a safety car. The discussion highlights Red Bull's questionable third pit stop strategy and McLaren's impressive resurgence. There's also a deep dive into Liam Lawson's wild performance and Mercedes’ ongoing power unit woes. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton's fluctuating performance and Sauber's strong finish with Nico Hulkenberg in fifth add more layers to the excitement.
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Verstappen's Dangerous Intentional Clash
- Max Verstappen's deliberate clash with George Russell is seen as unacceptable and dangerous.
- The stewards gave a mild penalty, but behavior like this could warrant a race ban for safety reasons.
Champion's Responsibility Ignored
- Verstappen has responsibility as world champion to set a good example, but snapped under pressure.
- His deliberate ramming into Russell is one of the worst driving behaviors seen in decades.
Red Bull's Strategy Misstep
- Red Bull's strategy failed them with Verstappen forced onto hard tires late in the race.
- Their unusual three-stop plan backfired, exposing tire shortages and strategic oddities.