Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen, new climate: words of respect between the two

A new climate of great respect between two colleagues and rivals.

Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen have been competing for podiums and victories in Formula 1 for years, and over time there has been no shortage of skirmishes on and off the track. Meanwhile però the climate seems to have changed, and after the chaotic Sao Paulo Grand Prix in the rain at Interlagos the two exchanged new comments. Which this time, forò were under the banner of mutual esteem and appreciation.

Leclerc himself wanted to emphasize the merits of Verstappen, who won at Interlagos after a ten-Grand Prix wait and in prohibitive weather conditions. Especially since the Dutchman had started from 17th place on the grid. "We knew Red Bull would do well in Brazil. In all honesty, though, I think the difference was not the car but Max's own,” the Ferrari driver told 'Canal+'.

Verstappen himself, moreover, had sweet words for Leclerc while watching the highlights of the race with Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly before the podium ceremony. "Here I was stuck, becauseé really Charles è very good", had been the words of the Red Bull champion.

New balances between drivers at the top of Formula 1, perhaps, in view of a change in the balance that sees both united in the fight against a new, common opponent: Lando Norris at the wheel of a McLaren that has suddenly become very fast in this final stage of the season.