Wolff blames Verstappen for Russell losing Monza pole

First reported 3 hours ago · latest an hour ago

Toto Wolff

At Italian Grand Prix qualifying, George Russell misses pole after Max Verstappen brakes early in Q3. Toto Wolff says Russell was "done over" by Verstappen, who denies wrongdoing.

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How the sources differ

Sky Sports F1 and PlanetF1 lead with Wolff's accusation, while Motorsport.com details Russell's frustration and the slipstream plan. RaceFans adds analysis of Verstappen's "clever" tactics. No official FIA document is present, so no stewards' ruling is established.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete account, including Russell's direct quotes and the strategic context of the final Q3 laps, with an image.

Wolff blames Verstappen for Russell losing Monza pole

How the sources differ

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