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Wolff critical of ‘over-hard racing’ between Verstappen and Leclerc
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04/06/2025 at 12:0404/06/2025 at 11:40 Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has strongly criticised the high-speed clash between Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc during the dramatic late restart of the Spanish Grand Prix, calling the wheel-to-wheel exchange “over-hard racing” and raising concerns over driver safety. The incident occurred following a Safety Car period triggered by the retirement of Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli. As the race resumed, Verstappen nearly lost control of his Red Bull on the exit of the final corner, leaving him vulnerable to an attack from Ferrari’s Leclerc. Seizing the opportunity, Leclerc drew alongside Verstappen on...
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