When asked during the post-race press conference whether the session should have been red flagged, Verstappen did not see any issue with the FIA's decision. The Red Bull star even took his answer a step further, and suggested a driver would have to be 'stupid' to crash in such a way.

Max Verstappen dealt Red Bull a significant blow after finishing second in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, revealing a key area where McLaren is significantly stronger.

In the end, Max Verstappen just missed out on winning the Australian GP behind Lando Norris, after the safety car caused by Fernando Alonso neutralised the race. Aftewards, Red Bull team principal was happy with Max Verstappen's performance in the rain.