‘People Have Been Bullied by Max for Years,‘ Says Driver
The tension between George Russell and Max Verstappen simmered over into a heated exchange
Are instances of tension between Max Verstappen and other drivers indicative of a bigger problem within Formula 1?
**Host:** Joining us now is former F1 driver, Mark Thompson. Mark, a current driver says “People have been bullied by Max Verstappen for years.” What are your thoughts on this, especially after seeing the recent exchange between Verstappen and Russell?
**Mark Thompson:** This isn’t the first time we’ve seen tension flare between Max and other drivers. He’s undeniably incredibly talented, but that aggressive driving style can sometimes cross the line. This latest incident with Russell, it raises serious questions about respect on the track. Do you think Max takes it too far sometimes? Is this just part of the competitive spirit, or is there something more going on here?
