Why Max Verstappen Rejected a Potential Seat at Mercedes F1

Why Max Verstappen Rejected a Potential Seat at Mercedes F1

It is no coincidence that Max Verstappen is the youngest person ever to drive a Formula 1 car. His prodigious talent was spotted early on by Red Bull, and they reacted quickly in snapping him up. The Dutchman’s team had a meeting with Red Bull advisor Helmut after the 2014 German GP in Hockenheim. Straight…

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Red Bull ‘Will Have to Listen to’ Perez ‘More Than’ Verstappen, Claims Ex-F1 Champion

Red Bull ‘Will Have to Listen to’ Perez ‘More Than’ Verstappen, Claims Ex-F1 Champion

Red Bull looks in a strong position to contend for the 2021 F1 Title. Not just the Driver’s Title, but they’re also on the track to put up a strong fight for the Constructor’s Gong now. This is partly because of them finishing the 2020 season strongly with a win, and partly because of their…

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7 Must Watch F1 Documentaries in the Winter Break before the Start of the 2021 F1 Season

The time period between December and March is one of the most boring phases for an F1 fan. With no action throughout the three months, some fans prefer watching the entire season again. Some prefer reliving much older races. Well, apart from watching races, it would be quite interesting to watch documentaries. Ever since F1…

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Charles Leclerc Recounts Extent of Bitter Rivalry With Vertappen Early On

Charles Leclerc Recounts Extent of Bitter Rivalry With Vertappen Early On

If you think of future world Champions in F1, Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc lead the list. They may be the names that first pop into any average F1 fanatic’s head first. While they compete in the pinnacle of motor racing these days, they both go a long way back. When they were young, they…

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‘He Was So Strict with Me’ – Max Verstappen Recounts ‘Harsh’ Upbringing Enroute to F1

‘He Was So Strict with Me’ – Max Verstappen Recounts ‘Harsh’ Upbringing Enroute to F1

Max Verstappen wrapped up his 2020 season with a formidable win at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver drove a strong race and finished around 25 seconds ahead of Valtteri Bottas at P2. He was so comfortable during the race, he even joked about reducing the power during the last leg of…

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Ricciardo Dissects What Separates Lewis Hamilton ‘from the Good and the Greats’

Ricciardo Dissects What Separates Lewis Hamilton ‘from the Good and the Greats’

As Formula 1’s 2020 season wrapped up, the indomitable Lewis Hamilton stood at the top of the championship. The Briton claimed a record-equaling seven world championships and scored 347 points, finishing 124 points ahead of Bottas in P2. While Hamilton was busy out-performing everyone else on the grid, Daniel Ricciardo was defeating his previous self.…

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