Verstappen was unhappy with the role Russell, who rose from second to first on the grid, had played in the decision.

George Russell has spoken out after Formula One rival Max Verstappen admitted that he had lost all respect for the British driver after the Qatar Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen captured the victory at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix, storming to the front of the field after being forced to start second despite capturing pole position on Saturday. While Verstappen was fastest in the field during the qualifying session,