Will Verstappen surpass Hamilton?

Red Bull star Max Verstappen secured his maiden world title with a dramatic and controversial final lap overtake of Mercedes superstar Lewis Hamilton at the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Is Max Verstappen better than Hamilton?

Max Verstappen is a better driver than Lewis Hamilton, who would struggle in Dutchman's car, says Red Bull boss. MAX VERSTAPPEN is better than Lewis Hamilton and the Mercedes champ would struggle if they had to swap cars, claims Red Bull boss Christian Horner.

Is Verstappen better than Hamilton 2021?

Imola: Verstappen wins, Hamilton's lucky break

The Emilia Romagna GP delivered more F1 drama, with Mercedes right back in the fight with Red Bull - but it was Verstappen who triumphed on Sunday to kickstart his season, as a rare Hamilton error ruined his chances.

Has Verstappen beaten Hamilton?

For now, Verstappen is confirmed as F1's 34th champion and the first non-Mercedes driver to beat Hamilton since 2013.

Did Verstappen overtake Hamilton in safety car?

Max Verstappen has been cleared of overtaking Lewis Hamilton under the safety car in the closing stages of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after Formula 1's stewards dismissed Mercedes' protest.

Hamilton FIRES back at Verstappen after BRUTAL comment!

Can Mercedes overturn F1?

The FIA rules say that any Formula 1 team that signs up to the series gives the governing body's International Court of Appeal in Paris as the only arbiter for settling disputes. This means that if Mercedes want the result overturned or changed, they will have to convince a panel of FIA appointed members.

Why did Verstappen overtake Hamilton?

FIA rules indicate that any (not quite all) lapped cars that line up behind a safety car are allowed to overtake and un-lap themselves while the safety car is out on the track.

Are Hamilton and Verstappen friends?

Lewis Hamilton: There is 'respect' between me and Max Verstappen, but there are no friends on the track.

Why is Verstappen the best?

Verstappen has always been exceptionally fast throughout his racing career. Perhaps most impressively he gets up to speed quickly on a race weekend, before having the ability to really push the limits in qualifying.

Did Verstappen break test Hamilton?

Adrian Newey has admitted Max Verstappen did brake-test Lewis Hamilton in Saudi Arabia last year, calling it a “silly” thing to have done. Red Bull's chief technical officer said Verstappen had been “a bit naughty” in Brazil also as he and his Mercedes rival duelled for the World Championship.

Who is popular Hamilton or Verstappen?

A Formula 1 global fan survey has found Max Verstappen to be the sport's most popular driver, with Lewis Hamilton third, amid a rise in popularity for the sport's younger generation.

Who is the best F1 racer of all time?

Juan-Manuel Fangio – 46.15 Percent

Born in 1911, Argentinean driver Juan-Manuel Fangio was known as 'El Maestro', and for good reason. He is the most successful Formula 1 driver of all time. Fangio became world champion five times for four different teams, and never finished a Grand Prix in lower than second place.

Is Max Verstappen talented?

Max Verstappen is the most naturally talented

Even the former F1 world champion Jenson Button named the Red Bull driver as the most naturally talented driver on the grid. The former F1 driver backed his statement with the fact that Verstappen comes from the bloodline of race drivers.

Is Verstappen better than Leclerc?

Former F1 driver Shinji Nakano seems to point out Max Verstappen as the favorite for the 2022 title. According to the Japanese, Verstappen is just a bit stronger than his rival Charles Leclerc.

Do Bottas and Hamilton drive the same car?

Lewis Hamilton had different spec Mercedes car to Valtteri Bottas during Qatar Grand Prix following engineer tweaks. VALTTERI BOTTAS has revealed that he had a different spec Mercedes car to team-mate Lewis Hamilton during the Qatar Grand Prix last weekend.

Is bottas friends with Hamilton?

Valtteri Bottas has revealed he is still friends with former Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton and that the pair share flights to races. The Finn was replaced by George Russell for the 2022 season but managed to keep a seat in Formula 1 as he joined Alfa Romeo.

Do F1 drivers hate each other?

Max Verstappen admits that he and Lewis Hamilton sometimes "hated each other" whilst fighting for the title in the 2021 season. The pair went head-to-head in a closely fought battle for the World Championship, with the rivalry occasionally resulting in some tense moments both on and off the track.

Who is the youngest F1 world champion?

Sebastian Vettel is the youngest winner of the World Drivers' Championship; he was 23 years and 134 days old when he won the 2010 championship. Fangio is the oldest winner of the World Drivers' Championship; he was 46 years and 41 days old when he won the 1957 title.

What did Hamilton say to Verstappen?

Lewis Hamilton hit out at his Formula One title rival Max Verstappen after the world champion won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, describing him as unwilling to obey the rules and his driving as over the limit.

What is the controversy about Verstappen win?

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Controversy around Max Verstappen's win over Lewis Hamilton 'tarnishing the image of F1', says sport's governing body. Max Verstappen's win on Sunday has been contested by Lewis Hamilton's team, Mercedes, who argue that the running of the race gave the Dutch driver an unfair advantage.

Has Hamilton been lapped?

In his Mercedes career, Hamilton was only ever lapped three times. The first time was back in the Spanish Grand Prix in 2013. Then once again in Mexico in 2017.

Can Hamilton still be champion?

Lewis Hamilton could only manage a 14th-place finish at the Sprint race on Saturday at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola. That disappointment in Italy led him to suggest that his chances of winning the drivers' championship were already over, which could put his long-term involvement in racing in doubt.

Can Lewis Hamilton still win?

Lewis Hamilton says he now "definitely" thinks he can win races this season while Mercedes boss Toto Wolff roars after Spanish GP: "Can we fight for a world championship, you bet we can."; George Russell finished third on Sunday and Hamilton fifth after a huge recovery.

Can Mercedes sue FIA?

Mercedes won't pursue appeal of Abu Dhabi stewards decision, as FIA announce investigation.