Verstappen confronts Russell after Qatar GP over qualifying incident
Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix but remained angry with George Russell over a qualifying incident. Verstappen was penalized for driving too slowly, which dropped him from pole position. He blamed Russell for influencing the stewards' decision. After the race, Verstappen confronted Russell, expressing his frustration. Reports suggest he accused Russell of colluding with the FIA, indicating a significant breakdown in their relationship. This confrontation may be featured in the upcoming season of "Drive to Survive." Verstappen's victory marked his ninth win of the 2024 season, solidifying his lead in the Drivers' Championship with 429 points. Russell is currently sixth with 235 points, with one race left in the season.