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Russell "surprised" to see Verstappen taking responsibility for F1 Spanish GP clash

Mercedes driver George Russell said he was "a bit surprised" to see Max Verstappen apologise for their Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix contact on social media.

Russell and Verstappen came to blows in Barcelona with three laps to go when Verstappen was deeply frustrated at being asked by his Red Bull team to give up his position, with Red Bull fearing a penalty after Verstappen had stayed ahead of the Mercedes while going off the track.

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