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Max Verstappen’s Controversial Penalty: CEO Zak Brown’s Explosive Verdict Rocks Formula 1

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 20, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Controversial Penalty: CEO Zak Brown’s Explosive Verdict Rocks Formula 1

Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 20, 2025 McLaren chief executive officer Zak Brown arrives before the race REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

In a jaw-dropping turn of events at the 2025 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, a controversial penalty stole the spotlight, ultimately deciding the fate of the race. The clash between Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen at the first corner sent shockwaves through the racing world, with Verstappen’s penalty for leaving the track and gaining an advantage becoming the subject of intense debate.

Verstappen’s decision to take the run-off area rather than yielding to Piastri led to a five-second penalty that proved costly, stripping him of his lead and handing the victory to McLaren’s rising star. The contentious penalty sparked outrage among fans and team members, with Red Bull’s Helmut Marko arguing that similar incidents had gone unpunished in previous races.

Despite the controversy, F1 rules are clear: any driver gaining an advantage by leaving the track must relinquish any positions gained. Verstappen’s failure to comply, even after being notified by stewards, sealed his fate and handed Piastri a well-deserved win.

McLaren CEO Zak Brown weighed in on the incident, stating, “I definitely thought a penalty was deserved. Oscar was clearly up the inside, he got a better start and you need to use the racetrack.” Brown’s sentiments echoed the sentiments of many who believed that Verstappen’s actions were unjustifiable.

The dramatic turn of events at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix serves as a stark reminder of the high stakes and intense competition in Formula 1. As the debate rages on, one thing remains clear: in the world of F1, every move and decision can make or break a race.

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