Red Bull team boss Christian Horner refused to be drawn on Max Verstappen's controversial Turn 5 collision with Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix, as he hadn't spoken to his driver yet when he addressed the Formula 1 media. But Horner did offer an explanation of two crucial events that led to Verstappen's frustration boiling over.
Verstappen finished 10th at Barcelona after looking on for a podium finish behind the superior McLarens, until a late safety car restart saw him passed by Charles Leclerc before being jumped by George Russell into Turn 1. Verstappen kept the position by going off, with Red Bull suggesting he give the position back to avoid a penalty as it felt Russell was ahead. The Dutchman then saw red mist, appearing to give the position back into Turn 5 before accelerating and lunging into the side of Russell's car.
