Verstappen`s Collision Drama: One Step from a Ban!

Verstappen`s collision at the Spanish GP puts him one point from a race ban, while Piastri shines for McLaren.

Max Verstappen`s reign as Formula 1 champion faced a turbulent chapter at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, where a dramatic collision with George Russell led to a 10-second penalty and three penalty points. This incident has pushed Verstappen perilously close to a race ban, now sitting at 11 penalty points—just one shy of the threshold. Initially light-hearted about the crash, Verstappen later reflected on the incident, admitting, “the move was not right and shouldn’t have happened,” though he stopped short of issuing an apology.

In a contrasting narrative, Oscar Piastri shone brightly for McLaren, clinching pole position and securing a front-row lockout alongside teammate Lando Norris. This marked a triumphant Saturday for the McLaren team, setting the stage for an exhilarating race.

As the Spanish Grand Prix prepares for a future relocation to Madrid next year, Barcelona is set to host one final race in 2026. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton faced a challenging day, describing his performance as his worst ever, finishing in sixth place. His Ferrari team boss attributed the struggles to car issues, deflecting any blame from the seven-time world champion.

For fans and teams alike, the stakes have never been higher as the season unfolds. Formula 1 continues to deliver drama and excitement on the track.

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