Max Verstappen ripped into George Russell after the Qatar Grand Prix (Image: Getty)
reportedly accused of cosying up to the during a heated meeting with the stewards ahead of the on Sunday.
The Dutchman qualified first on the grid on Saturday but ultimately lost his P1 grid slot after Russell successfully campaigned for a penalty. Verstappen blocked the driver on a warm-up lap and was hit with a one-place grid drop, giving the Brit the best starting position on Sunday.
After coming from second on the grid to win his ninth Grand Prix of the year, Verstappen ripped into Russell in front of the media, accusing the 26-year-old of being two-faced.
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