2025 F1 problems challenged Max Verstappen
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Max Verstappen kept the pressure on McLaren and reduced Oscar Piastri's lead, with a decisive victory at the United States Grand Prix 2025.
Max Verstappen chases a fourth win at the upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix 2025, adding pressure on McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
Both McLarens were poised to have a runaway weekend at the U.S. Grand Prix. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen chipped away at their F1 championship lead instead.
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Opinion: is Max Verstappen sim racing's biggest ally?
The secret to his success on track could be linked to the sim racing he does off it... I enjoyed reading Jethro’s very even handed appraisal of Max Verstappen. I can absolutely relate to the struggle to reconcile the more confrontational aspects of Max’s personality with the cool purity of his electrifying on-track performances and complete disinterest in any activity that isn’t driving a car very fast.
Yet after his weekend sweep in Austin, winning the sprint and Sunday’s grand prix for a maximum haul of 33 points, even Verstappen had to soften his stance a bit. “For sure, the chance is there,” he admitted after the race on Sunday. “I’m really just very excited for the end.”
Former Ferrari boss Luca di Montezemolo has pinpointed Max Verstappen as Formula 1's number one driver, by far.
Max Verstappen couldn’t have asked for a more perfect weekend in Baku. The Dutchman didn’t just win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix he absolutely owned it, pulling off a grand slam by taking pole, leading every lap, and crossing the line first. It also ...