'Not very smart behaviour'
Formula 1 • • sports
Key Points:
- Max Verstappen criticized Liam Lawson's actions during Free Practice 2 at the Mexico City Grand Prix, calling them "not very smart behaviour" after their on-track incident.
- Both drivers were on hot laps after missing FP1, and the collision occurred as Verstappen attempted an overtake on Lawson at Turn 12, resulting in damage to Verstappen's car floor.
- A red flag was deployed to clear debris, with Verstappen finishing P5 and Lawson P9 in the session; Racing Bulls team principal Alan Permane described the incident as "completely unnecessary."
- The stewards will investigate the incident, while Racing Bulls have yet to confirm their 2027 driver lineup amid competition for Lawson's seat, including debutant Nikola Tsolov.
- Verstappen emphasized that such behavior is unwise, especially when fighting for a seat, and Permane urged both drivers to act more responsibly in practice sessions.
