Sergio Perez’s explanation for the incident with Max Verstappen during the Austria sprint race did not convince F1 pundit Naomi Schiff, who labeled the move as “very unnecessary.” While Perez claimed he did not see Verstappen attempting to pass him, Schiff questioned the validity of his excuse.
Verstappen started the sprint race from pole position alongside Perez on the front row, but it was Perez who made the better start and took the lead from his teammate at Turn 1. However, it was the straight following the first corner that caused controversy, as Verstappen was forced onto the grass when Perez moved across.
