With Max Verstappen just one point away from a one-race suspension, there are several drivers who would be chomping at the bit to step in and make their mark

Following the incident with George Russell in Barcelona, Max Verstappen is just one penalty point away from serving a one-race ban from a Formula 1 grand prix.The reigning world champion was given a 10-second penalty and three penalty points on his superlicence for driving into Russell’s Mercedes during the closing laps of the Spanish Grand Prix.

Red Bull Racing could face a dramatic decline in Formula 1 akin to Benetton’s post-Michael Schumacher slump if Max Verstappen walks away from the team, warns Sky Sports F1 pundit Karun Chandhok.