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Max Verstappen asks ally to be LEFT ALONE after Daniel Ricciardo exchange
Max Verstappen defended Daniel Ricciardo’s alter ego Frank Hermann, urging people to respect his privacy.
Verstappen, using the name Franz Hermann during a GT3 test at Nordschleife, revealed he picked the name to sound German.
Responding to questions about Hermann, Verstappen humorously insisted Ricciardo should be left alone while protecting his identity.
Verstappen’s record-breaking lap at the Nordschleife fuelled speculation about his racing permit, but DTM racer Maro Engel downplayed the achievement.
Verstappen criticized Engel’s remarks, emphasizing his focus on enjoyment and learning during the test session.
The Dutch racer’s defense of Ricciardo and his response to critics underscore his commitment to racing and enjoyment in the sport.
