MAX VERSTAPPEN has laughed off claims that Lewis Hamilton won’t even say his name. With the championship already in the bag going into this evening’s Mexico GP, Verstappen has opened up about his relationship with rival Hamilton. Hamilton, 37, has been cordial with Verstappen this season – performing a polite handshake following confirmation of his victory in Suzoka earlier this month. People can say what they like, but I am here to perform.”. The Spaniard said: “I have a lot of respect for Lewis, but still it is different when you win seven world titles when you only had to fight with your team-mate.

Follow MotorMouth on social media:

• 
• 
• 
•