Russell, Verstappen call Norris' Colapinto ban demand 'too harsh'

First reported 1 day, 23 hours ago · latest 20 hours ago

After Franco Colapinto's Azerbaijan Grand Prix crash eliminated Lando Norris and Pierre Gasly, Norris suggested a race ban. George Russell and Max Verstappen, podium finishers, said that demand was too harsh, sparking debate.

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How the sources differ

F1i and Racer lead with the drivers' reactions, while Motorsport.com provides more detail on the crash itself. All three frame the story around the backlash to Norris's ban suggestion, with no official FIA document present.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com offers the most complete account, including the crash context and the drivers' quotes, and includes an image.

Russell, Verstappen call Norris' Colapinto ban demand 'too harsh'

How the sources differ

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