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Alonso takes sides in Verstappen-Russell feud, offers broader view
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05/12/2024 at 18:4105/12/2024 at 19:23 When two of Formula 1's leading stars clash, it often takes a seasoned veteran to play mediator – and this time, Fernando Alonso has stepped into the spotlight. With tensions boiling between George Russell and Max Verstappen ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the two-time world champion offered a thoughtful defense of the Mercedes driver while subtly redirecting attention to the broader issue of F1's inconsistent penalties. The latest feud began in Qatar, where Verstappen accused Russell of lying to the stewards to sway their decision in an impeding case involving the Red Bull driver in qualifying, which led to the...
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