Verstappen criticizes delay in double yellow flags at Red Bull Ring
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:19 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Max Verstappen expressed dissatisfaction with the delay in issuing double yellow flags following his crash at the Red Bull Ring on June 27. He believes the flags should have been deployed sooner after he lost control of his RB22 entering Turn 9. The FIA responded, stating that standard procedures were adhered to during the incident. The situation has raised discussions about race safety protocols and timing in response to accidents.
- •Verstappen crashed during a session at the Red Bull Ring.
- •He lost control after experiencing a snap earlier in the lap.
- •Double yellow flags were issued, but Verstappen questioned the timing.
- •The FIA maintained that proper procedures were followed.
- •The incident is under scrutiny regarding race safety measures.
- 5:19 PMAutosport — Verstappen questions "crazy" delay in double yellow flags as the FIA responds
- 5:19 PMMotorsport.com — “That’s crazy” – Max Verstappen questions delay in double yellow flags, FIA explains
- 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — “That’s crazy” – Max Verstappen questions delay in double yellow flags, FIA explains
"Max Verstappen believes his crash in one of the fastest sections at the Red Bull Ring should have triggered double yellow flags earlier, with the FIA explaining that the standard procedure was followed. Verstappen lost control of his RB22 on the entry to Turn 9 after already experiencing a significant snap three corners earlier. The rear of the Red Bull stepped out immediately on turn-in for ...Keep reading
"Max Verstappen believes his crash in one of the fastest sections at the Red Bull Ring should have triggered double yellow flags earlier, with the FIA explaining that the standard procedure was followed. Verstappen lost control of his RB22 on the entry to Turn 9 after already experiencing a significant snap three corners earlier. The rear of the Red Bull stepped out immediately on turn-in ...Keep reading
"Max Verstappen felt it was “crazy” double yellow flags weren’t waved earlier after his crash – while the FIA has responded
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External links- AutosportJun 27, 2026, 5:19 PMVerstappen questions "crazy" delay in double yellow flags as the FIA responds
Max Verstappen believes his crash in one of the fastest sections at the Red Bull Ring should have triggered double yellow flags earlier, with the FIA explaining that the standard procedure was followed. Verstappen lost control of his RB22 on the entry to Turn 9 after already experiencing a significant snap three corners earlier. The rear of the Red Bull stepped out immediately on turn-in for ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJun 27, 2026, 5:19 PM“That’s crazy” – Max Verstappen questions delay in double yellow flags, FIA explains
Max Verstappen believes his crash in one of the fastest sections at the Red Bull Ring should have triggered double yellow flags earlier, with the FIA explaining that the standard procedure was followed. Verstappen lost control of his RB22 on the entry to Turn 9 after already experiencing a significant snap three corners earlier. The rear of the Red Bull stepped out immediately on turn-in ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 5:19 PM“That’s crazy” – Max Verstappen questions delay in double yellow flags, FIA explains
Max Verstappen felt it was “crazy” double yellow flags weren’t waved earlier after his crash – while the FIA has responded
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