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Red Bull Boss Unleashes Proof of Max Verstappen Injustice – FIA Under Fire

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
April 22, 2025
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Red Bull Boss Unleashes Proof of Max Verstappen Injustice – FIA Under Fire

BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN - APRIL 12: Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the Paddock prior to final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on April 12, 2025 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504120113 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull F1 boss presents irrefutable evidence challenging Max Verstappen’s penalty decision

Christian Horner, the team principal of Red Bull Racing, has shaken the Formula 1 world by revealing compelling evidence disputing the penalty imposed on Max Verstappen during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Horner showcased a series of shots from Verstappen’s onboard camera, adamantly stating that the Dutch driver should not have been penalized for the controversial incident.

The reigning world champion was slapped with a five-second penalty for an altercation that occurred at the first corner of the race, where he veered off track while defending his lead against eventual winner Oscar Piastri. The stewards determined that Piastri had a legitimate chance at the corner as he was alongside Verstappen at the apex, thus ordering Verstappen to relinquish his position.

In a bold move, Horner confronted the media post-race armed with screenshots from the onboard camera, passionately advocating for the injustice he believed Verstappen faced. Brandishing printed photos of the incident, Horner made a compelling case, suggesting that Verstappen could have clinched victory without the penalty.

During the intense press conference, Horner expressed his disbelief at the stewards’ decision, stating, “If we’d have given it up, the problem is you then obviously run in the dirty air as well and you are then at risk with George, so the best thing to do was at that point we got the penalty, get your head down, keep going.” He further emphasized the team’s disagreement with the ruling, citing the visible lead Verstappen had at the critical moment.

The contentious nature of the incident has sparked a wave of debate within the F1 community, with fans and experts divided over the stewards’ call. Horner’s bold move to challenge the penalty has added fuel to the fire, setting the stage for a potential showdown between Red Bull Racing and the FIA.

As the dust settles from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, all eyes are on the FIA and race stewards to reevaluate the decision in light of the compelling evidence presented by Horner. The outcome of this dispute could have far-reaching implications for the remainder of the F1 season, injecting a new level of drama and suspense into the championship battle.

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