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Max Verstappen’s Shocking Safety Move Shakes F1 as FIA Reacts – Red Bull Scolded

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BUDAPEST, HUNGARY - AUGUST 01: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Hungary at Hungaroring on August 01, 2025 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202508012149 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen’s Controversial Towel Incident Shakes Up F1 World!

In a shocking turn of events, Red Bull Racing has been reprimanded by the FIA following a bizarre incident involving their star driver, Max Verstappen, and a towel on the track during the Hungarian Grand Prix. The FIA took action after Verstappen tossed a towel out of his cockpit, sparking concerns about safety on the track.

During Free Practice 2, Verstappen veered off the racing line at Turn 3 to remove a white cloth from his cockpit and dispose of it. While Verstappen claimed he acted to prevent a dangerous situation, the FIA race stewards were quick to investigate the matter. Surprisingly, instead of a fine, the FIA issued a warning to the team for the unusual incident.

Verstappen, known for his cool demeanor, explained the situation calmly, stating that the towel was simply a cloth for wiping his face that had been left in the car. He defended his actions, saying he chose to discard the towel in the safest way possible to avoid any risks while driving.

Despite the focus on the towel debacle, Verstappen’s struggles on the track were also in the spotlight. He expressed dissatisfaction with the car’s performance, citing low grip and balance issues. Verstappen’s disappointment was evident as he acknowledged the need for improvement and a better understanding of the car’s problems.

In the midst of Red Bull’s challenges, Verstappen’s teammate Yuki Tsunoda managed to shine by finishing ninth overall in the practice session. However, the team will need to address their issues swiftly to ensure a competitive showing in the upcoming races.

As the F1 world buzzes with speculation and intrigue over the towel incident and Red Bull’s performance struggles, all eyes are on Verstappen and the team to deliver a stellar performance and leave behind the controversy. Stay tuned for more updates as the drama unfolds in the world of Formula 1!

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