Canadian GP result in doubt as Red Bull protest George Russell victory
Red Bull have protested the result of the Canadian Grand Prix. Both race winner George Russell and second-placed Max Verstappen have been summoned to see the stewards with Red Bull protesting directly against the Mercedes racer.
The reason behind the protest has not been confirmed. However, Verstappen had accused Russell of breaking rules during the late safety car period caused by Lando Norris' crash.
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