Tensions Flare at F1 End-of-Season Dinner

The annual end-of-season Formula One drivers' dinner, organized by Lewis Hamilton in Abu Dhabi, was marked by tensions between Max Verstappen and George Russell. The rivalry between the two intensified following a dispute at the Qatar Grand Prix, where Russell accused Verstappen of threatening to crash into him deliberately. To avoid conflict, they were seated at opposite ends of the table during the dinner, a detail humorously confirmed by Lando Norris on Instagram. Despite the tension, a group photo shared by several drivers, including Norris and Russell, depicted a smiling assembly, with Verstappen hinting at the ongoing 'beef' through a steak emoji comment. Absent from the dinner were key drivers such as Fernando Alonso, Lance Stroll, and Kevin Magnussen. The event underscored the camaraderie amid competition, as highlighted by Hamilton and other drivers' social media posts reflecting on the season's end.