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F1 Austrian GP: George Russell avoids investigation to take pole after Max Verstappen crash
Motorsport.comJune 27, 2026
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George Russell has taken pole position for the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix after avoiding an investigation for setting his lap under yellow flag conditions following Max Verstappen’s crash.The Red Bull driver spun into the barrier at the penultimate corner, benefiting those who’d already set their lap or Russell, who was just behind Verstappen as it happened.Russell confirmed "I ...