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Alonso on Verstappen: 'You enjoy watching him'

Alonso on Verstappen: 'You enjoy watching him'

10-07-2021 15:23 Last update: 16:09

Formula 1 is experiencing a very exciting season. Lewis Hamilton managed to win the world title the last couple of years, but this season he gets competition from Max Verstappen. The Dutchman has a 32 point lead over the Englishman.

Verstappen has made a very strong impression in recent races. The Red Bull Racing driver took victory at the Grand Prix of France, Styria and Austria, giving him a lead of dozens of points over Hamilton. While the seven-time world champion will be looking to bounce back at Silverstone, Verstappen is looking more confident.

Alonso enjoys Verstappen

The Red Bull driver not only impresses the home crowd but also has the respect of the current drivers on the circuit. Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso watches Verstappen's performance with pleasure and enjoys the way he finishes his races.

The Spaniard finds it hard to say that Verstappen is like him. "I don't know. I don't think you can compare driving styles," he responded to Marca. "Everyone has their own style. Verstappen drives very spectacularly, and you enjoy watching him. Last year, when I was sitting at home watching television, drivers like Verstappen always gave me something extra. And that kind of driver is the one you want to encourage, so they do well."