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It definitely wasn't a red flag situation and I feel the biggest problem with the decision was that it should've been done on lap 56 (the track was clear enough) and everyone would've been unlapped but would've led to the same result.
Sainz wouldn't attack 2nd, Red Bull won the tire gamble, and Mercedes lost the tire gamble. I foresee some kind of NASCAR style rule in the future where they'll extend the racing laps to ensure a green flag finish.
Some will say this victory is tainted because it was a half ass decision but on the list of champions, it will still say Verstappen. Rosberg didn't have the cleanest drive in 2016, he's still champion. Lewis's last lap "pass" on Glock controversy, he's still champion.
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