Kimi Antonelli expresses confusion over Verstappen incident at Spanish GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:01 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Kimi Antonelli voiced his confusion after Max Verstappen allowed him to pass on Lap 4 of the Spanish GP on September 14. Verstappen initially went off track and overtook Lewis Hamilton, but was later ordered by Red Bull to relinquish his position. Despite his frustration, Verstappen complied, dropping to fourth position before regaining a spot due to Hamilton's brake issues. Antonelli noted he was puzzled since he did not believe Verstappen overtook him illegally and mentioned that the victory was not the way he wanted to win, highlighting his disappointment with the circumstances surrounding the race.
- •Antonelli was confused by Verstappen's decision to let him through.
- •Verstappen was ordered to give up his position after going off track.
- •Hamilton faced brake issues which affected his race performance.
- •Antonelli expressed disappointment in the manner of his victory.
- •The incident occurred during the Spanish GP on September 14.
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Antonelli 'confused' by Verstappen incident at Spanish GP: 'A bit awkward for him'
"Kimi Antonelli has admitted he was "confused" after Max Verstappen let him through on Lap 4 of the Spanish GP. The Dutchman had gone off track and ahead of Lewis Hamilton on the opening lap at the Madring, and was later ordered by Red Bull to give up his position.
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