A radio communication between four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen and his race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, has caught the attention of fans following the qualifying session for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.
During the qualifying session, Verstappen anticipated a complaint from Mercedes rival George Russell, which ultimately did not occur. As the drivers left the pitlane, Verstappen remarked: ‘We’ll probably have George crying on the radio about the pit exit, but there was nothing unsafe.’
According to what was shown in the broadcast, Russell did not complain as Verstappen had predicted. This led to various reactions among fans on social media, with comments ranging from surprise to amusement. A Reddit user wrote: ‘Nothing is happening. They hate him. Be like George,’ while another added: ‘It’s a joke, but I bet it wouldn’t be considered so funny if George said it.’
Verstappen’s humor also prompted some surprised reactions when Russell’s radio was activated, who instead of complaining about the situation asked about the weather. Some voices on social media pointed out that the drivers Verstappen used to mock had matured and no longer fall for his provocations.
After this light moment, Lando Norris from McLaren secured pole position for the Grand Prix, with Russell alongside him on the front row. Verstappen qualified in seventh position, and his teammate, Liam Lawson, who has replaced Isack Hadjar due to injury, will start eighth.
The Dutch Grand Prix will take place at 15:00 local time (14:00 UK time) on Sunday, August 23.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
