Wolff Says Verstappen’s Move Cost Russell Pole at Monza
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has argued that George Russell was denied pole position for the Italian Grand Prix because Max Verstappen “got done over” him in the final moments of qualifying at Monza. Russell appeared to be on track for the top spot, but his ultimate flying lap was disrupted when the Red Bull driver slowed down ahead of him and his teammate Kimi Antonelli, compromising the B…
Sept. 5, 2026, 6:30 p.m.