The FIA ​​has officially published new evidence in connection with the heated safety car controversy around Max Verstappen and George Russell at the Grand Prix of Canada and confirms that due to the findings, an additional punishment was imposed after the race. Circuit Gilles Villeneuve actively attempted to punish each other – a situation that was traced back to their increasing rivalry and a precarious position with 11 super licensing points, just one from a ban on race.

In an official explanation, the FIA ​​made it clear: After examining all available video, telemetry and radio evidence from rounds 68 to 70 of the Grand Price of Canada, we came to the conclusion that both Vehicle 1 (Verstappen) and Vehicle 63 (Russell) violated Article 55.8 and 55.10 of the sports regulations. In particular, the short overtaking maneuver of vehicle 1 during the Safety Car and the non -compliance with the prescribed distance of ten vehicles behind the Safety Car by vehicle 63 were considered to be violations. Max, which had previously warned that Russell had become “far more than 10 wagon lengths”, was caught in round 68 when the Safety Car at a reduced speed was caught by the boxing. drove.

In response to the punishment, Verstappen said: It is of course frustrating, but I stayed calm, followed the instructions and contributed to my part. If you think it is a mistake, I accept the result. It is important to me that we have not been put off by the games and have a strong conclusion. ”While the initial protest by Red Bull-Russell was accused of unpredictable driving-the FIA ​​has now confirmed that Verstappen has received a 5-second time penalty and an additional super license point, which means that it means that it means that this means that this means that this means that this means that Verstappen is now officially suspended by the upcoming Grand Prix of Austria.

FIA racing director Rui Marques commented: Although the exchange between the two drivers under Safety car conditions was intense and temporarily questionable, we know that it is difficult to interpret the instructions for the delegation live. However, the overtaking maneuver of vehicle 1 cannot be overlooked and represents a clear violation. The punishment is in line with our previous decisions and the security regulations. What concerns George Russell, the FIA ​​confirmed that it fell behind the 10-car limit: “Since Wagen 63 was within the dela-time parameter and no dangerous or unsportsmanlike behavior could be determined without any further measures Missed. “Russell said after the judgment:” I did what I had to do, followed the Delta and concentrated on victory. Max and I have our moments, but in this case there are facts. “Since the Red Bull racing in Austria is now being missed and McLaren has a significant increase in performance, the title struggle in 2025 has taken another dramatic phrase Could completely redesign championship.