Verstappen won't let Perez past: 'I told you last time'
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"Max, let Checo through please...Max what happened?"
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Max: "I gave my reasons, and I stand by it" pic.twitter.com/OWGasb6scy
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Max Verstappen caused a remarkable moment at the Brazilian Grand Prix. The driver was asked by his team to let Sergio Perez pass him, which could bring him important points for the world championship, but Verstappen refused to do so.
Due to an incident with Lewis Hamilton, Verstappen had to fight his way to the front from the back in the race. The two-time world champion managed to get into the points and even passed Perez, but Red Bull was keen to see Verstappen give that spot back.
Indeed, Perez is busy battling Charles Leclerc for second place in the championship. As the Monegasque finished in fourth place, there was a lot at stake for the Red Bull driver to move a position further forward. However, that demand was wasted on Verstappen.
Verstappen refuses to follow team orders
Although Verstappen had little left to fight for, it was unthinkable for him to pass his teammate. "I gave my reasons and I stand by them," Verstappen said, speaking over the team radio.