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Ex-F1 Supremo Bernie Ecclestone questions Max Verstappen’s Saudi Arabian GP antics

Max Verstappen had a great shot at achieving the Saudi Arabian GP victory after starting from the pole position. However, the Dutchman was involved in a Turn-1 incident with Oscar Piastri, which caused him a five-second penalty.

Max Verstappen News / The SportsRush / April 24

Bernie Collins Argues Max Verstappen’s 5-Second Penalty Was Too Lenient

Max Verstappen receiving a five-second penalty for his opening lap incident with Oscar Piastri became the major talking point of the Saudi Arabian GP. It was a classic case of the Dutchman’s car going off the track at turn 1 while trying to stay in the lead ahead of Piastri’s MCL39.

Max Verstappen News / FirstSportz / April 24

Dutch driver slams ‘shameful’ Max Verstappen over media responses

Max Verstappen is one of the most blunt drivers in Formula 1. The reigning world champion speaks his mind and does not sugarcoat anything when it comes to press conferences.

Formula One News / The SportsRush / April 23

Guenther Steiner Schools James Vowles for Max Verstappen ‘Downsides’ Remark: 'Anybody Who Wants to Win Championship…'

With Max Verstappen’s brilliance delivering a win and two podiums in the last three races, it’s easy to forget that Red Bull is going through a crisis.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 22

Max Verstappen reveals ‘super sensitive’ reason behind silence over Saudi Arabian GP penalty

Max Verstappen has managed to keep up with performances in an inferior Red Bull chassis compared to the rivals. The Dutchman impressively achieved the pole position at the Saudi Arabian GP following a late-qualifying crash from Lando Norris.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 22

Max Verstappen Praises Oscar Piastri's 'Very Calm' Approach After McLaren's Jeddah Win

McLaren's Oscar Piastri is now the leader of the Drivers' Championship after securing victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, marking his third win out of the first five races as the Australian driver.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 22

Experts and Fans Divided on Max Verstappen Penalty As Horner Presents Photo Evidence in Defense

After a fierce battle on the track, the FIA handed Max Verstappen a five-second time penalty that cost him the win at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix for leaving the track and gaining an advantage.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 22

Max Verstappen gives bold verdict on Oscar Piastri after Saudi Arabian GP battle

Oscar Piastri was not in contention for the F1 world title in 2024 despite his teammate Lando Norris’ bid against Max Verstappen. However, the Austrian driver has managed to turn things around this year with a string of impressive results.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 22

Helmut Marko declares Max Verstappen ‘pushed to the limit’ at Saudi Arabian GP

Formula 1’s reigning world champion, Max Verstappen has not had the best of starts in 2025. The Dutch driver faces a stiff challenge against McLaren this year as Red Bull struggle against the Woking-based squad.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Max Verstappen’s Saudi Penalty: Stewards’ Call vs Red Bull’s Fury

Max Verstappen’s pursuit of a win in the Saudi Arabian GP took a dramatic hit. What initially appeared to be a thrilling wheel-to-wheel battle between the Dutchman and Oscar Piastri quickly escalated into a controversial penalty decision that left Red Bull fuming and sparked debates across the paddock.

Formula One News / The SportsRush / April 21

'We’re Not Panicking': Red Bull Boss Warns Rivals Not to Count Them Out of Title Race

After the horrors Red Bull faced at the Bahrain GP two weekends ago, the RB21 delivered a stronger showing at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Sunday. Max Verstappen secured a sensational pole position and took the chequered flag in second place.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 21

Christian Horner hits back at ‘noise’ over Max Verstappen’s Red Bull future

Red Bull’s massive performance struggles of the 2024 season have seemed to creep up this year as well. The challenger is very inferior compared to the dominant pace of McLaren and Mercedes.

Formula One News / The SportsRush / April 21

Frederic Vasseur Reveals ‘One Area’ Lewis Hamilton Is Losing Against Teammate Charles Leclerc

Ferrari finally secured its first podium finish of 2025 at the Saudi Arabian GP last weekend. But those expecting seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton’s name up there would’ve felt disappointed.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / April 21

Red Bull upgrades set to ramp up pressure on McLaren

Despite missing out on victory in Jeddah, Max Verstappen can take many positives from last weekend. On both sides of the Red Bull garage, the RB21 was competitive and more compliant than prior events.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 21

The FIA Issue Explanation on Max Verstappen Penalty After Controversy Over the Decision

After issuing a controversial penalty to Red Bull driver Max Verstappen, the FIA released a statement regarding the decision. The incident involved Max

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 21

Max Verstappen gives blunt response to FIA penalty at Saudi Arabian GP

Max Verstappen continues to have a rollercoaster of a season in 2025. The reigning world champion is pushing himself to the limit against the fierce McLaren cars.

Formula One News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Verstappen penalty helps Piastri win Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen penalty helps Oscar Piastri win Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri took advantage of Max Verstappen being assessed a 5-second penalty for going off the track on the opening turn and won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Sunday.

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Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 20