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During the Canadian Grand Prix, George Russell accused Max Verstappen of trying to overtake him under a safety car. Shortly after the race ended, Red Bull Racing lodged a protest against Russell and Mercedes. Now the verdict has come in.
McLaren driver Lando Norris crashed during a battle against his teammate, Oscar Piastri, for fourth place.
Due to Norris' car being stranded on track, a safety car was called out. During which, Russell and Verstappen had a close call.
From Verstappen's point of view, Russell braked aggressively. From Russell's point of view, Verstappen tried to overtake under the safety car conditions.
Red Bull Racing lodged two protests against Russell. One for erratic driving and the other failing to stay 10 cars lengths from the safety car.
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Red Bull's protests rejected
The stewards have decided to reject both of Red Bull Racing's protests 'as it is not founded'.
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