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George Russell Makes Shocking Michael Masi Claim

Former F1 race director Michael Masi would have been 'fearing for his life' if Max Verstappen had lost the controversial 2021 world championship, according to Mercedes driver George Russell. The climax of the 2021 season saw Verstappen claim his first title in highly contentious circumstances. Lewis Hamilton had dominated the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and was on course for a record-breaking eighth championship before a late Safety Car intervention changed everything. Masi’s incorrect application of the restart rules allowed Verstappen to pass Hamilton on the final lap, securing both the race win and the championship. The decision led to widespread outrage and ultimately resulted in Masi...
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