The start of the Dutch Grand Prix was eventful and extremely terrifying, with local hero Max Verstappen suffering a shocking crash.
Specifically, the “Flying Dutchman” lost control of his car and crashed at high speed into the guardrails, essentially destroying the Red Bull he was driving.
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As expected, the track was littered with debris, and the race officials immediately brought out the red flag, temporarily halting the race.
Fortunately, the four-time world champion, who just a few days ago signed a new multi-year contract with Red Bull, was not injured in the accident, which was extremely terrifying, since other drivers were approaching from behind him—at a narrow section of the track—at very high speed
Max Verstappen crashes out at Zandvoort
Here's what happened
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