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Verstappen Refuses Media Session Until Journalist Leaves at Japanese GP

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Max Verstappen refused to start a media session at the Japanese Grand Prix until journalist Giles Richards left the room.

6 backing sources

Verstappen's frustration originated from a question Richards asked at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December about an incident at the Spanish Grand Prix where Verstappen intentionally collided with George Russell.

6 backing sources

Verstappen was given a 10-second penalty for the incident with Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix, costing him nine championship points.

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Open Questions

5 questions
What specific question did Giles Richards ask at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix that caused Verstappen's frustration?
What was the outcome of Verstappen's stewards' hearing for the incident with Franco Colapinto during second practice?
What was the exact nature of the incident between Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton during first practice at Suzuka?
What are the details of the planned clear-the-air meeting between Verstappen and Richards at the Miami Grand Prix?
What is the current championship points total of the leader after two races, to clarify Verstappen's standing?
Verstappen's points in the drivers' championship after two racesfactual

Verstappen has eight points in the drivers' championship after two races.

According to Daily Express - Sport
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Verstappen trails by 43 points after two races, implying he has fewer than eight points.

According to Daily Mirror - Main

Context: This discrepancy affects the understanding of Verstappen's current championship standing and performance relative to competitors.

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