Max Verstappen confronts George Russell and launches furious rant after collision

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Max Verstappen launched a furious rant at George Russell after the pair collided on the first lap of the sprint race in Azerbaijan. Russell said: “It wasn’t on purpose, I had no grip,” with Verstappen replying: “Mate we all have no grip.” The Dutchman added: “You need to give a little more space,” and Russell responded: “Watch the onboard!” As Russell walked away, Verstappen called Russell a “d*******,” adding: “Don’t expect it next time!” Sergio Perez claimed the maximum eight points after winning the sprint, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in second. Verstappen said in his post-race interview: “It’s not clarified. We’ll focus on tomorrow.” Russell said later in the media pen: “There’s a lot of efffs from his side.