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Toto Wolff denounces Red Bull in fiery clash over George Russell F1 protest

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June 17, 2025
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Toto Wolff denounces Red Bull in fiery clash over George Russell F1 protest

Formula One F1 - Canadian Grand Prix - Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada - June 14, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell celebrates after qualifying in pole position with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff REUTERS/Mathieu Belanger

Mercedes Boss Slams Red Bull’s “Embarrassing” Protest Against George Russell’s F1 Victory

In a dramatic turn of events at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff didn’t hold back in his criticism of Red Bull’s formal protest against George Russell’s victory. Wolff blasted Red Bull, labeling their actions as “petty” and “embarrassing” following the race at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

Despite intense pressure from Max Verstappen, George Russell managed to secure his first win of the year, only for Red Bull to file a protest with the FIA citing erratic driving on Russell’s part during a Safety Car period. The protest alleged that Russell had slowed down, causing Verstappen to briefly overtake him, and had fallen back beyond the permitted distance behind the Safety Car.

However, the protest was ultimately dismissed, allowing Russell to retain his well-deserved victory. Red Bull’s team principal, Christian Horner, insinuated that Russell had a hidden agenda to provoke Verstappen into receiving penalty points that could lead to a one-race ban. Despite the controversy, both Russell and Verstappen appeared to have no hard feelings after the race.

Wolff, speaking at the premiere of F1: The Movie, expressed his disdain for Red Bull’s actions, emphasizing the importance of fair competition on the track. He criticized Red Bull’s decision to protest, calling it “petty” and “small”, and urged the FIA to address such behavior in the future.

The conflicting opinions between Wolff and Horner continued off the track, with Horner defending Red Bull’s right to protest, stating that they acted on what they believed was an issue that needed to be addressed. Despite the ongoing debate, the FIA’s ruling confirmed Russell as the legitimate winner of the Canadian Grand Prix.

The post-race drama only added fuel to the fire of the intense rivalry between Mercedes and Red Bull in the high-stakes world of Formula 1. As the teams gear up for the next race, the controversy surrounding George Russell’s victory is sure to linger in the minds of fans and competitors alike.

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