FIA defends decision not to issue red flag after fans boo Max Verstappen win

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen victory was booed by Ferrari fans (David Davies/PA)

Formula One’s governing FIA defended its decision not to red flag the climax of Sunday’s Italian Grand Prix – after Max Verstappen’s victory behind the safety car was booed by furious Ferrari fans.

Verstappen could now clinch his second world championship at the next round in Singapore on October 3 following his fifth victory in succession. His title lead stands at 115 points with only 164 available.