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Coulthard Questions FIA Silence Over Verstappen Incident

Published April 7, 2026 · Updated April 7, 2026 · Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard expressed surprise that the FIA did not reprimand Max Verstappen after the four-time champion ejected a journalist from a media session at the Japanese Grand Prix.

The incident occurred during a Red Bull hospitality session at Suzuka when Verstappen refused to start speaking until the journalist left the room. Coulthard believes the governing body should have addressed the Dutchman's frustration regarding the situation.

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Coulthard Questions FIA Silence Over Verstappen Incident

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