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Red Bull’s Controversial Move: McLaren Boss Demands Max Verstappen Yield Lead in F1 Saudi GP

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 22, 2025
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Red Bull’s Controversial Move: McLaren Boss Demands Max Verstappen Yield Lead in F1 Saudi GP

Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 20, 2025 Alpine executive advisor Flavio Briatore, Formula One Group CEO Stefano Domenicali and McLaren team principal Andrea Stella arrive before the race REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

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Red Bull’s Missed Opportunity: McLaren Calls Out Team’s Failure to Instruct Max Verstappen in F1 Saudi Grand Prix

In a controversial turn of events at the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, McLaren boss Andrea Stella has taken a bold stance, criticizing Red Bull for not directing Max Verstappen to relinquish his lead to avoid a penalty. Verstappen, who started from pole position, was penalized with a five-second penalty, causing him to lose the lead to Oscar Piastri.

Stella emphasized the importance of following the rules in F1, pointing out a similar incident involving McLaren’s Lando Norris in Bahrain, where the team promptly instructed Norris to give back a position to Lewis Hamilton for overtaking off the track limits.

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The McLaren boss commended Piastri for his clean and precise race, highlighting the fine margins on which F1 operates. Stella’s remarks have sparked a debate on sportsmanship and fair play in the high-stakes world of Formula 1.

The incident in Saudi Arabia has reignited discussions on race strategies, team directives, and the enforcement of rules in F1. Red Bull’s failure to intervene and instruct Verstappen could have cost the team a valuable win, raising questions about the role of team management in ensuring compliance with regulations on the track.

As the F1 season progresses, the spotlight remains on the intense competition between teams and drivers, with each race bringing new controversies and challenges. The McLaren-Renault rivalry adds another layer of drama to an already thrilling season, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on the unfolding drama in the world of Formula 1.

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