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Horner had no doubt Verstappen would avoid Austrian Grand Prix penalty

After Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc collided in Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix, the FIA launched an investigation, but Red Bull Racing boss Christian Horner was convinced his driver would avoid a penalty for the incident. On lap 69/71, Verstappen went to overtake Leclerc and their wheels touched whilst passing the Ferrari driver. Leclerc was left furious on the team radio and the stewards undertook an investigation following the race and the result was not confirmed until about 18:00 (GMT). Horner admitted his and his team's nerves when they were facing the wait for the confirmed result, but the Red Bull team principal also said he was convinced Verstappen would still be given the...
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