Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya slammed Lewis Hamilton’s defensive attack on Max Verstappen at the Austrian Grand Prix, insisting the ‘legendary’ driver remembered past clashes.
Montoya’s View on the Hamilton‑Verstappen Duel
During F1 TV’s post‑race broadcast, Montoya praised the “really good” racing, remarking that drivers who once “run you over” cannot forget. He said Hamilton’s actions showed that “you’ll give it to them all the way.”
The Battle on the Red Bull Ring
While George Russell claimed his third victory from pole, the headline feature was the tense midfield war. Hamilton and Verstappen exchanged positions, trading moves without appearing to cross the line of conduct, leading to a stewards inspection with no further penalty.
Recalling the 2021 Title Struggle
The 2021 season neared its climax at Abu Dhabi, where Verstappen seized his first Drivers’ Championship before the Amendetta. The season‑long fight included collisions at Silverstone, Monza and Jeddah, laying a contentious backdrop for current encounters.
Finish Order at the Austrian GP
Max Verstappen’s narrow second followed a fifth‑place start, while Lewis Hamilton finished fifth after opening the grid in third. Russell’s win marked a strong showing for Red Bull Racing at the venue.
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With Russell’s commanding performance, Austrian fans will again ponder the intensity of title‑level rivalries on the track.
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