Red Bull Defends Verstappen Position Change

Max Verstappen finished second in the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, losing only to Kimi Antonelli. Despite moving past Antonelli on the opening lap, Verstappen was instructed by Red Bull to give back two positions during the race.

Team boss Laurent Mekies defended the decision, suggesting that Verstappen couldn't have realistically won the race even without the position change. The team's strategic call came despite Verstappen's competitive performance throughout the event. chickenroad.qpon