Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton possess impressive credentials as drivers in the top tier of motor racing.
The rivalry between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton during the 2021 Formula 1 season is one of the most legendary rivalries in the sport. The duo clashed from the very first race in Bahrain to the final lap of the season-ending Abu Dhabi GP.
Throughout the year, Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton went head-to-head multiple times and also had their fair share of collisions. However, even after all of that, Verstappen has expressed his belief that the seven-time World Champion is one of the finest drivers in the history of F1.
Lewis Hamilton holds the record for being the most successful driver in F1 history.
Undoubtedly, Lewis is among the elite in history. I have no need or desire to deny it. Consistency is crucial, maintaining peak performance. It’s not that difficult when you possess immense talent, as it requires minimal effort, and the way he has managed his World Championships is truly deserving. It made a significant impact at the right moment.
The 26-year-old disclosed his admiration for Hamilton’s longevity and consistency in the sport. Let’s hope that these two exceptional drivers will engage in another rivalry at the front of the grid once the Briton begins driving for Ferrari in 2025.
Verstappen and Hamilton’s rivalry in 2021 often led to moments of frustration between the two. Particularly during races like Monza and Saudi Arabia, where the drivers collided with each other.
Following all of the incidents and the contentious nature of their rivalry, there has been much discussion about their relationship. In the same interview, the three-time World Champion revealed the nature of his connection with the prolific Briton.
I don’t believe we have a complicated relationship at all, it’s quite straightforward. It’s just that I have a closer relationship with other drivers, it all depends on how you live your life, and perhaps we’re not that similar in that regard. It is evident that we will have a great rivalry in 2021, but at the end of the day, we have immense respect for each other.
The Dutchman explained that his relationship with the seven-time World Champion is simple and straightforward, free of any issues. He concluded by stating that he and the Briton hold great respect for each other, both on and off the track. It has been two years since the two have had equal machinery beneath them, and considering this, it is in the best interest of the fans and the sport for the duo to once again compete against each other, ideally for a world championship.