It is no secret that Max Verstappen has dominated this season single-handedly however, no matter how far the three-time champion may come, his rivalry with Lewis Hamilton has always shown. Nonetheless, this did not stop the Dutchman from cursing out the seven-time champion as he got stuck in the pitlane, in turn annoying the fans too.
Verstappen and Hamilton go long back in history when the two drove wheel to wheel every weekend and out on one of the best seasons in Formula 1 and showcased the best races. However, the rivalry only grew when Verstappen successfully beat Hamilton to win his 8th championship title and won his very first. Although Red Bull has been dominating since then, Hamilton’s wish is to beat the Austrian team.
As the two headed back to the Abu Dhabi GP that started their rivalry and added the spark to the fire, the two got into yet another heated moment which led to Max Verstappen’s frustrations. Hamilton was blocking the pitlane during the practice which led Verstappen to squeeze past. the champion. However, he was not as happy about the situation.
If you no longer go for a gap that exists… 😅
Max Verstappen was very keen to get out on track after our second red flag in FP2 👀#AbuDhabiGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/XicfiLKLBW
— Formula 1 (@F1) November 24, 2023
His radio exchange had him tell his team, “I’m getting blocked”. The driver being unimpressed, took a chance and squeezed past the two Mercedes drivers in frustration and soon was ahead of Hamilton in the pitlane. However, many fans were upset with his behavior and were quick to get onto his reaction.
Fans call out Max Verstappen for his ‘annoying’ move on Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton has moved on from his 2021 failure to win his 8th title, but he has had his eye on beating Max Verstappen, especially with being back on the same tracks, the deja vu has left them worked up.
The two drivers got into yet another moment of frustration as Verstappen got stuck behind both the Mercedes drivers, however, when passing them by the driver was visibly angry over Hamilton slowly entering the pitlane.
And although it is no secret that Verstappen has won almost all races this season, the driver only wants more. Verstappen has always been passionate and hungry when it comes to F1. No matter the circumstances, he has shown he is here to win regardless of having it all. However, it did not sit right with the fans.
One of the fans commented on the situation saying, “He’s so fucking annoying man it’s practice and you already won everything and you’ll most likely win this too just STOP BEING A NUISANCE.”
he’s so fucking annoying man it’s practice and you already won everything and you’ll most likely win this too just STOP BEING A NUISANCE 😭😭😭😭😭pic.twitter.com/hR4x0hFGN0
— ivana (@fancyashoeyy) November 24, 2023
Another fan agreed and added, “This is exactly how wanted criminals drive.”
this is exactly how wanted criminals drive. pic.twitter.com/bihJCFuZNr
— iesh🍒 (@lewishamil7on) November 24, 2023
Fans were upset over his radio message and impatient behavior even after winning his third championship and breaking multiple records this season. Although this may not stop the Dutchman from getting what he wants, the fans have an oath to stay loyal to Hamilton.