Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen was involved in a serious blunder during the sprint race at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend.

The moment was described as ‘the definition of an unsafe release’ on Sky Sports F1’s commentary, with Red Bull noted by the FIA over the incident which saw them collide with Antonelli’s Mercedes.

FIA announce Verstappen penalty after Miami sprint error

After the incident was investigated by the stewards in Miami, Verstappen was handed a 10-second penalty for an unsafe release, dropping him down to P17.