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Red Bull’s Shocking Apology to Mercedes: Verstappen Causes Chaos in Miami Pit Lane

David Castro by David Castro
May 4, 2025
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Red Bull’s Shocking Apology to Mercedes: Verstappen Causes Chaos in Miami Pit Lane

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 03: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 leads Isack Hadjar of France driving the (6) Visa Cash App Racing Bulls VCARB 02 as he emerges from the pitlane during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 03, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202505030212 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull’s Shocking Apology to Mercedes: Verstappen’s Reckless Move Shakes Miami Grand Prix

In a heart-stopping moment at the Miami Grand Prix, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen sent shockwaves through the racing world with a dangerous pit lane incident that led to a dramatic apology from the Red Bull team to Mercedes. The incident occurred during the sprint race when Verstappen collided with Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli in the pit lane, resulting in Verstappen being penalized for an unsafe release.

As the Miami track rapidly dried up after unexpected heavy rain, drivers faced a challenging decision regarding their tire choices. Red Bull made the call to bring in Verstappen from P3, while Mercedes boxed in Antonelli from P4. However, a grave error occurred during Verstappen’s release, causing him to collide with Antonelli in a heart-stopping moment that left both teams on edge.

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff expressed his shock and disappointment, criticizing Red Bull for their “total lack of judgement” in the incident. Wolff highlighted the potential dangers of such mistakes, especially in a main race scenario, emphasizing the need for utmost precision and caution in pit lane operations.

Despite the chaos and penalties incurred, including a broken front wing for Verstappen and a 10-second time penalty, the relief came as no crew members were harmed during the incident. Verstappen, finishing P17 in the sprint after the penalty, faced a challenging race ahead to recover from the setback.

Following the sprint race, Red Bull’s team principal Christian Horner issued a public apology to Antonelli, acknowledging the gravity of the mistake and emphasizing the constant learning process in the high-stakes world of Formula 1. Horner’s apology shed light on the intense pressure and split-second decisions that teams face during races, underscoring the need for precision and accountability at all times.

As the tension mounted, Verstappen managed to secure pole position for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown on the track. Despite the misstep in the sprint race, Verstappen’s resilience and determination shone through as he aimed for redemption in the main event.

The Miami Grand Prix continues to deliver heart-stopping moments and intense rivalries, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as the drama unfolds on the track. With the apology issued and lessons learned, all eyes are now on Verstappen and Mercedes as they gear up for a high-octane battle for supremacy in Miami’s adrenaline-fueled racing spectacle.

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