Hamilton defends Verstappen

Lewis Hamilton came to defend Max Verstappen Friday evening in the Monza paddock where the Italian Grand Prix is ​​being contested this weekend. The pilot Red Bull sparks lively debates F1 following his dangerous maneuvers carried out the previous week at the Belgian GP at Spa-Francorchamps.

“He took his chance with both hands. First, let's leave him alone, he's only 18. What were we doing at that age?, asked the pilot Mercedes who began his career in F1 at McLaren at 22, cited by Reuters. He has already won a Grand Prix. The pressure on his young shoulders is something most people can't understand. »

“I don't know what I would have done if I had been his age, but I would have made a lot of mistakes, admitted Lewis Hamilton. I just consider him a talented young kid. At 18, maturity is not on the same level as skills. It goes faster or slower with some people. The future will tell. »

If Lewis Hamilton did not question the dangerousness of Max Verstappen's actions at Spa-Francorchamps, the three-time world champion is not offended.

“His maneuver where he pushed Kimi (Räikkönen) off the track was interesting, but he is just learning. He is an aggressive young driver. We can all be reckless on the track, you just have to find the balance. I've ridden in the past with people who were completely sick.", said Lewis Hamilton.