Verstappen pays Rosberg: “He’s trying to be the new Villeneuve”

In case you forgot, best not to get too excited Max Verstappen. Because the Dutchman is as offensive on the microphone as he is behind the wheel. So when Max La Menace got wind of Nico Rosberg's post-Belgian Grand Prix debriefing, he didn't hesitate to talk to our Dutch colleagues*. 

Having become a TV consultant and influential vlogger for his personal YouTube channel since his surprise retirement following his title at the end of 2016, the German analyzed the clash between Verstappen and Kimi Räikkönen from the “ Max fell back into his ways ". Note that Rosberg had already described his former rival as “ narcissistic » earlier in the season.

Questioned on the subject in Monza by our Batavian colleagues, Verstappen brought out the heavy artillery to pay off the ex-pilot Mercedes by comparing him in particular to Jacques Villeneuve, 1997 world champion who became a consultant and known for his strong opinions.

« I don't care what he says on his podcast, reacted the leader of the Red Bull Racing. I have the impression that he is trying to be the new Villeneuve, who has calmed down lately. I guess he's just trying to create buzz and attract attention. 

He called me a narcissist earlier in the season, which I think is a bit strong. Nico was never credible even when he was a pilot. That's his problem. He is unattractive and can't find work. I'm not sure what game he's playing. He wants more subscribers? Money ? He should have kept riding if he wanted more ». 

That's done. But otherwise, what does Jacques Villeneuve think?

*Thanks to them for the translation of Verstappen’s original words