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Red Bull Pit Stop Disaster: Toto Wolff Slams “Total Lack of Judgement

David Castro by David Castro
May 4, 2025
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Red Bull Pit Stop Disaster: Toto Wolff Slams “Total Lack of Judgement

2025 Miami Grand Prix, Friday - Richard Pardon

In a shocking turn of events at the Miami Grand Prix sprint, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff did not hold back in criticizing Red Bull for what he deemed a “total lack of judgement.” The incident in question involved an unsafe release during the race, resulting in a collision in the pit lane between Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli. Despite the severity of the crash, fortunately, there were no injuries, with only a broken front wing and a penalty for Verstappen.

As the race unfolded under unpredictable weather conditions, with a wet start followed by a sudden dry spell, teams were faced with strategic decisions. The gamble to switch from wet to dry tires proved costly for Verstappen and Antonelli when they pitted for dry tires. Verstappen’s premature release from the pit box led to a collision with Antonelli, prompting the FIA to impose a 10-second penalty on Verstappen.

Mercedes’ Toto Wolff expressed disbelief at the unsafe release, emphasizing that it was far from being a secure maneuver. He highlighted the gravity of the situation, stating that such errors are unacceptable, especially in a main race scenario. The Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, acknowledged the mistake as “human error” and vowed to learn from it.

Despite the tense situation in the pit lane, both Antonelli and Verstappen managed to finish the race, albeit with contrasting results. Antonelli crossed the line in 10th place, while Verstappen ended up in 17th, the last position. Reflecting on the incident, Antonelli expressed relief that no one was harmed and commended Verstappen for adhering to the release order.

The Miami Grand Prix sprint was marred by the pit lane collision, underscoring the high stakes and intense competition in Formula 1. As teams strive for perfection under pressure, lapses in judgement can have far-reaching consequences, serving as a stark reminder of the fine margins in the world of motorsport.

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