Verstappen said he spoke to Stroll shortly after their collision, which occured during the second practice session at the Autodromo do Algarve. Theres no remorse for what he said, he just thinks its the problem of anyone who offended by it. (Ironically the previous era was also described that way by my parents). Vettels got some serious impulse control problems that has manifested in throwing tantrums, abusing Charlie Whiting, desperate and dangerous lunges on track. So I dont think they need to make it bigger than it is. Edit. He has the biggest potty-mouth in the sport and knows he is being recorded, but doesnt seem to care. After that, well see. 35.743s. "I remember I didn't want to go back to Holland with my dad, but I wasn't allowed to go with my friends all the way from the south of Italy.". I appreciate you sharing your experience. The championship seemed lost by the midpoint of the race, but sat in the cockpit of his Red Bull, Verstappen was finding peace with the situation. George Russell contract: When does Russell's Williams deal expire? Ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix Max Verstappen teaches Daniel Ricciardo, Pierre Gasly and Brendon Hartley some essential Dutch phrases. I cannot change it but of course you learn from it and well do better., Advert | Become a RaceFans supporter and go ad-free. [24] In September 2022, he was made an Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau in recognition of his racing achievements. Most wins in a season. Max Verstappen knows Dutch, German, English and maybe more. But then there was the mistake. @aiii Radio hasnt been considered a private conversation by the authorities since Bahrain 2006, when Giancarlo Fisichella got told off for swearing on the radio (how long ago that feels now), and the feedback from broadcasters meant live radio (which had been trialled that race) could not be broadcast until F1TV. So I know what it is like to be on the receiving end too. Full Spectrum Services LLP 2022 | All Rights Reserved. Wolff is often seen giving interviews in German and English but, as it turns out, he actually speaks several more languages. The majority of the guys on the grid are fluent in at least 2 (their assorted native languages and English). And I realised I really f---ed up. Personally I think its disgusting that language such as that should be so near the surface of anyones thoughts that they would be spoken in the heat of the moment. Max needs to be more sensitive when he has 70 million people watching a race. He started racing karts at a young age and quickly made a name for himself in various junior categories as he competed fairly regularly against now-known names such as Nyck de Vries, George Russell, and Max Verstappen. Ive never actually heard from someone with Downs syndrome that they were upset by it. "If I don't like it, I'll order something else," he said. This is not a simple misstatement that he can wipe away with Red Bull media trained platitudes. Even now, over 10 years later and having won a Formula One world drivers' title, he still remembers his reasoning for throwing his kart up the inside of Bray at Sarno's Turn 8, which is not a natural passing point. David BR (@david-br) 30th October 2020, 19:25. I wanted to talk to him about what had happened, but he did not want to talk to me. And that's what racing drivers are as well, we can be angry at each other. "Of course, when we sat in the van, I wanted to talk to my dad about the incident", Verstappen says. With karts still buzzing around the track as the KZ world championships continued without them, the Verstappens started their 1,100-mile journey home. Toto Wolff net worth: How much does the Mercedes team principal earn? https://www.racefans.net/2020/10/23/verstappen-and-stroll-cleared-over-practice-crash/#comment-4533259. And although the young driver loved what he did, Jos had to teach him some lessons the hard way. Verstappen led 616 laps this season - 305 more than the driver with second most which was Leclerc. Wins. Also an issue a certain American has as well. To the surprise of many, Verstappen grew up in Belgium (in the town of Bree) and even traveled with a Belgian passport, according to Nieuwsblad. Statistics correct as of 2022 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Being in this team has been my dream since I was a kid. I think fair enough, its between him and Lance really so long as its censored on the broadcast for younger ears. The event was the KZ2 World Championship final at Sarno -- a track near Naples, under the shadow of Mount Vesuvius -- and Max was making the step up to shifter karts (go-karts with a gearbox) for the first time. Hell definitely regret everything in his whole life like I did, Alianora La Canta (@alianora-la-canta) 31st October 2020, 19:34, @passo The teens I know in Discord servers speak more wisely than this. Grosjean is the same way. Thats never what I wanted., He said he made the comments in the heat of the moment., When you are driving at such speeds things like that can happen. Yeah. "But I think that was good for me. 4th or 5th outing on this supposedly racing fans channel. Vettel speaks German, English and knows quite a bit of Italian. One day hell look back on this and regret it, if he develops emotionally. Verstappen is currently battling with Hamilton for the F1 World Championship, so it sounds unlikely that someone wouldn't recognize him. The Making Of Max Verstappen 1. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider Oxnard (@montalvo) 30th October 2020, 16:56. "It is certainly something interesting that needs to be done within a cost business case that is sustainable for Formula 1, and also from a financial side. [1] Verstappen is the reigning World Champion after winning the Formula One Drivers' World Championship in 2021 and 2022. yes is it a pity that we live in a world where people feel so easily offended and make things bigger than they are? But he karted as youngster in the netherlands as they live at the border and we had closer kartingcircuits to them. Race no. as less than 75% of scheduled race distance has finished, half point was awarded, Race stopped after 2/44 Laps. Max Emilian Verstappen (born 30 September 1997 in Hasselt, Limburg, Flemish Region, Belgium) is a Belgian-born Dutch racing driver who currently drives for the Formula 1 team, Red Bull. Mar. 30th October 2020, 16:32 | Written by Dieter Rencken and Keith Collantine, Max Verstappen admitted his choice of words when following his collision with Lance Stroll in Portugal was not correct but says those who objected to it dont need to make it bigger than it is., Asked about his comments in todays FIA press conference, Verstappen said: I never intended to offend anyone. His was born to a Romanian father and a Polish mother, who encouraged him to learn languages.. Like father like son. So why is he competing in F1 with a Dutch license? "I signed with ToroRosso and got a Clio RS at home, but I still didn't have my driving license yet, so it was just standing around a bit," he said in a video posted on F1's YouTube channel. Because my dad was with his at-the-time girlfriend, for sure she talked to him and said 'you cannot do that'. If you're really quicker, you will get by. Verstappen's love of soccer isn't limited to video games, as he also has a few clubs he loves. One of Max Verstappen's favorite pastimes is video games, and he's actually one of the best FIFA players in the world. Ten years on, Jos' style of parenting would probably be categorised as problematic at best. Anyone who has ever played sports AND is competitive like these guys are knows that some of the things that come out of your mouth do not represent you or what you stand for. Max Verstappen is the most European person ever. While only becoming the fourth youngest driver to take pole position at the 2019 Hungarian Grand Prix, he also became the 100th driver to take pole. "Some people might not cope with that just because of their character. However, Verstappen's tally of 652 laps led in 2021 is fifth on the all-time list. As he sat waiting for his mum, who was in a separate car a little further back on the same road, Max was still working the mistake over in his head. 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Before his Formula One debut, Charles competed in several lower-tier categories, such as Formula 2 and the FIA Formula 3 European Championship. Because of all the karting I spent more time with my father than with my mother," he told Nieuwsblad in 2014. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. How many languages does Max Verstappen speak? A detailed look at Max Verstappen's F1 wins . Verstappen recognized he was wrong in his choice of language (insult) and says hell learn from it. Manan Goel is a Formula 1 author at EssentiallySports. DutchMax Verstappen / LanguagesDutch is a West Germanic language spoken by about 25 million people as a first language and 5 million people as a second language, constituting most of the population of the Netherlands and about 60% of the population of Belgium. I kept trying, and at one point, at a gas station, he said, 'Get out, I don't want to talk to you anymore.'". So for me, it was all about saying, 'You know what, I'm not just going to let my head hang, I'm just going to push and I'm not going to give him a bigger gap at the front. Alianora La Canta (@alianora-la-canta) 31st October 2020, 19:24. Frankly Maxs outburst appalling as it was, given it was hardly his first use of such, has nothing on your public profile and persistent negative commentary. That's why he got me back. His rival, Lewis Hamilton, has already won seven titles in his career. But his performances certainly impressed everyone at Ferrari since it bagged him a seat at Maranello after he registered ten point finishes compared to his teammate Marcus Ericssons 6. Wikipedia Speaking on a Red Bull podcast in 2020, Jos gave a similar reasoning for his actions on the trip back from Italy. 77. Hes said offensive things before and hell do it again, hes talked about headbutting people and physically put his hands on Ocon in Brazil. "Hopefully we can make Mercedes a bit more difficult next year". Ferrari Fan Max Verstappen Wins Over the Tifosi With Unpredictable $725K Move. Ive changed my opinion on this, no adult should say these things at work. The Dutchman has also played against Lando Norris, another F1 driver and video game lover, and he even has his own channel on Twitch, beating Lando in all three matches they played. The best independent Formula 1 community anywhere. And of course, only Max knows what it felt like to be left at the side of the road by his father at 14 years old. He is the son of Jos Verstappen and Sophie Kumpen; both his parents are former racing drivers. We need to look at it twice. "But then, of course, well the safety car happened and new motivation came along because I saw that opportunity to fight for the title again. The Mercedes boss has also warned against a "fuel and oil" war in F1 as technology advances. David Hale (@dv8computing) 30th October 2020, 19:50. I didnt like what they said to my sister nor me, and got into a few fights with bullies. At Sauber, he arguably had a below-average car, which he was only able to push as high as P6 during the Azerbaijan GP. Having pitted for fresh tyres when the safety car first came out, Verstappen held a huge performance advantage over Hamilton. To me his comments are unacceptable in any situation. The 25-year-old actor . As the kart spun through the dusty infield and came to a stop, Max threw his hands up in the air. Just because they are disabled doesnt mean they do not understand or get upset. Advertisement Coins. 45 votes, 95 comments. Alsonsos GP2 remark about Hondas pu at the time, by his own words, was not meant for public consumption. "What are you doing? Under stress people reveal their true selves, and Verstappens is not nice to see. Yes, what Max said was wrong BUT how many athletes have a live mic on them during the heat of competition? 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"When I'm back home I'll have fries with onions and ketchup or curry sauce. Thats absolute fact. When are the media going to take responsibility for their part in todays world. @maddme this is nothing to do with the snowflake era that term has always been intended to be a derogatory slur from its very inception. Over a 10-year period, he even drove up to 100,000 kilometers per year with his father to stay on the track. 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