Verstappen Furious Over Safety-Car Decision In Brazil GP Qualifying
Max Verstappen was left furious after a late safety-car decision during qualifying for the Brazil Grand Prix, which cost him a chance to challenge for pole position.
The Dutchman was on a flying lap when the safety car was deployed following a crash involving Alfa Romeo's Valtteri Bottas, which brought the session to a premature end.
Verstappen was told by his Red Bull team that he would not have enough time to finish his lap before the checkered flag, and he was forced to abort his attempt.
The decision left Verstappen fuming, and he made his feelings clear when he returned to the pits.
Verstappen's anger was understandable, as he felt he was robbed of a chance to compete for pole position. He had been on a quicker lap than his rivals when the safety car was deployed, and he was confident he could have taken pole.
The decision to deploy the safety car was made by the race director, Michael Masi, who felt that the conditions were too dangerous to continue the session. However, Verstappen believes that the decision was unnecessary and that it cost him the chance of a good result.
Verstappen's frustration was shared by many fans and pundits, who felt that the safety car decision was unfair. It remains to be seen whether the decision will have any impact on Verstappen's chances of winning the race on Sunday.