Max Verstappen has ‘liked’ an Instagram post from former Formula One driver Giedo van der Garde accusing Red Bull of “bullying” Liam Lawson. It came after the New Zealander’s demotion to Racing Bulls was confirmed by Red Bull on Thursday.
Verstappen, the four-time world champion, is understood to be unhappy about Lawson’s treatment, arguing the 23-year-old ought to have been given more than two races to prove himself.
The Dutch driver’s actions raise further questions about his relationship with the Milton Keynes-based team after serious tensions arose last year following allegations from a female employee aimed at team principal Christian Horner.