Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Dan Ticktum Reacts to George Russell's Formula E Comment
After an incident in a Formula 1 race where Max Verstappen got penalized for hitting another driver, George Russell was asked if he'd seen anything similar.
Russell mentioned a British driver in Formula E. This was a hint towards Dan Ticktum, who responded to the comment.
Ticktum appreciated the attention, considering it as free promotion.
He had been banned in the past for intentionally crashing into another racer.
Ticktum saw it as a positive comparison to Max Verstappen, a well-known Formula 1 champion.
George Russell hinted at Dan Ticktum after Max Verstappen's penalty in the Spanish Grand Prix.
Russell mentioned 'one British driver in Formula E' when asked about Verstappen's actions.
Dan Ticktum responded, thanking Russell for 'free publicity'.
Ticktum was previously banned for deliberately hitting another driver in an MSA Formula race.
Ticktum compared himself to Verstappen, viewing it as a positive.
- Who
- Dan Ticktum and George Russell
- What
- Dan Ticktum responded to George Russell's remarks regarding his driving in Formula E.
- When
- The events occurred after the Spanish Grand Prix.
- Where
- The comments were made in response to an event at the Spanish Grand Prix.
- Why
- George Russell hinted at Dan Ticktum, in response to Max Verstappen's on-track incident.
- Event
- George Russell's comment on Formula E
- Drivers Mentioned
- Dan Ticktum, George Russell, Max Verstappen
- Ticktum's Ban
- Two-year ban in MSA Formula for hitting another driver
- Verstappen's Penalty
- 10-second penalty and three-point license penalty
- Ticktum's Recent Result
- First podium of the season at the Tokyo E-Prix