F1 Champion Max Verstappen Defiant Despite Looming Suspension Threat at Canadian Grand Prix
- Max Verstappen enters the 54th Canadian Grand Prix this weekend with 11 penalty points, just one shy of a race ban.
- This situation arises from multiple incidents on track, with a key moment being Verstappen’s collision with George Russell during the recent race in Spain.
- Verstappen faces a challenging 70-lap race from June 14 to June 16 where he must maintain an aggressive yet clean driving style, while the expiration of two of his penalty points at the end of June will reduce the likelihood of a suspension.
- Verstappen stated, "I cannot just back out of everything" and will "race like I always do," reflecting his commitment despite the looming ban threat.
- His ability to avoid further penalties in Canada will heavily influence his continued pursuit of a fifth consecutive championship.
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F1 champion Max Verstappen defiant despite looming suspension threat at Canadian Grand Prix
Max Verstappen arrived at the Canadian Grand Prix a single point away from a one-race suspension following his collision with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix. The four-time reigning Formula 1 champion is adamant he will not change his driving style despite the warning hanging over him to be on his best behavior. His collision earned him three penalty points. “I will always race hard,” the Dutchman said in Montreal. Verstappen has a tota…
No change for Verstappen despite race ban risk
MONTREAL :Max Verstappen sees no need to change the way he goes racing despite the threat of a race ban hanging over him at the Canadian Grand Prix.Red Bull's four-times world champion is a penalty point away from triggering the automatic ban after a controversial collision with Mercedes rival George Russell
Max Verstappen's blunt comment on F1 ban says it all after George Russell U-turn - The Mirror
Max Verstappen is one penalty point away from incurring a Formula 1 race ban ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, following his collision with George Russell in Barcelona
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