Japanese GP starts with red flag after heavy crash by Ricciardo and Albon

The Japanese Grand Prix had barely begun when the red flag was waved. Daniel Ricciardo and Alex Albon hit each other, after which both Formula 1 drivers flew hard into the tyre stacks.

Red flag in GP Japan

After just a few corners and a poor start for both VCARB drivers, the F1 drivers struggled with grip. With Lance Stroll on the inside and Albon trying to overtake, Ricciardo hit the Williams driver after which they both flew off the track. The red flag followed almost immediately and the race was stopped.

A closer look at Daniel Ricciardo and Alex Albon's lap one contact pic.twitter.com/VpkwCB0T7N

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