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Toto Wolff Clashes with Italian Taxi Drivers in Fiery “Road Rage” Showdown

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
June 5, 2025
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Toto Wolff Clashes with Italian Taxi Drivers in Fiery “Road Rage” Showdown
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Formula 1 Team Boss Faces Wrath of Italian Taxi Drivers Over Controversial ‘Road Rage’ Comment

In a fiery exchange of words, Toto Wolff, the team principal of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, has found himself in the crosshairs of Italian taxi drivers after his recent comments likening Max Verstappen’s on-track behavior to “road rage” of taxi drivers in Rome or Naples.

The dispute ensued following a dramatic clash between Verstappen and George Russell during the Spanish Grand Prix, where Verstappen was penalized for his actions on the track. Wolff’s comparison of the incident to road rage sparked outrage among Italian taxi drivers, who were quick to defend their driving skills and criticize Wolff’s remarks.

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Italian taxi drivers were quick to hit back at Wolff, with Loreno Bittarelli, the president of Rome’s largest taxi cooperative, suggesting that Wolff should focus on his team’s performance instead. Another taxi driver, Nicola Di Giacobbe, sarcastically remarked that they drive like a Mercedes, only going 30 miles per hour, subtly implying that their driving is far from aggressive.

Defending their honor, one taxi driver named Alessandro even boldly claimed that Italian taxi drivers are more skilled than Formula 1 drivers, emphasizing the challenges they face navigating through the chaotic streets of cities like Rome.

Despite the backlash, Verstappen, in a statement post-race, admitted his mistake and acknowledged that his actions towards Russell were not appropriate. He expressed his dedication to the team and the intense emotions that can sometimes lead to regrettable decisions on the track.

The tension between Wolff and the Italian taxi drivers adds a new layer of intrigue to an already contentious Formula 1 season, showcasing the passion and pride that both drivers and everyday motorists bring to the table. As the debate rages on, it remains to be seen if this war of words will have any lasting impact on the involved parties.

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