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International media critical of Verstappen: 'Reckless and unsporting'.

International media critical of Verstappen: 'Reckless and unsporting'.

15-11-2021 07:15
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Max Verstappen has not made a good impression with the international media. While Lewis Hamilton is being praised after his performance at the Brazilian Grand Prix, the media also talk about a 'reckless' and 'unsportsmanlike' Verstappen.

Gazzetta dello Sport: Emperor Hamilton beats Verstappen and is back in the race

"Hamilton's message to his competitor: this Formula One championship is not over yet," reads the Italian La Gazzetta dello Sport. 'The British driver of Mercedes completed his weekend Sunday with a double comeback. There was nothing Verstappen could do to prevent this to the delight of fans accustomed to legendary races by Ayrton Senna. Hamilton's hero, who is still reflected in his helmet, but also by taking the Brazilian flag after the race.'

Marca: Hamilton beats most reckless Verstappen in Brazil

The Spanish Marca speaks of a victory for Hamilton over a reckless Verstappen: 'Hamilton has given driving lessons by driving from P10 to victory and beating the unsporting Verstappen, who pulled his most aggressive way of defending out of the hat,' the Spanish magazine is critical of the Dutchman.

Sky Sports: Hamilton wins over Verstappen in epic comeback

At the British Sky Sports The British magazine is lyrical about the performance of fellow countryman Hamilton. "Lewis Hamilton delivered one of the comeback drives of his career at the Sao Paulo GP to charge through the field from 10th to clinch a huge win, overtaking Max Verstappen after a fierce battle to cut his rival's title lead."

Globo: Hamilton wins epic duel with Verstappen

The Brazilian Globo speaks of an 'astronomical race' for Lewis Hamilton at Interlagos. 'In front of a frenzied crowd at the Interlagos circuit, the Briton faced a breathtaking duel with Max Verstappen on Sunday. He emerged victorious after threatening his rival for 59 laps. Lewis started tenth and made nine overtakes in the first few laps alone.'

Bild: The title fight is still wide open

'Anyone who thought the battle for the world championship had long been decided and was going to Max Verstappen is wrong: Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes are hungrier than ever and are fighting to the last. With a victory in Interlagos / Brazil, the Briton reduces his gap on Verstappen to 14 points', said the German Bild.