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Max Verstappen has mocked Netflix’s Drive To Survive series after being portrayed as “very sad” after his defeat in last season’s F1 Miami Grand Prix.
The fly-on-the-wall documentary series, currently in its seventh season, has faced criticism for potentially distorting or sensationalizing moments in F1. In one scene from Episode 2, celebrations of Lando Norris are contrasted with a somber portrayal of Max Verstappen, prompting Verstappen to express his discontent with the show’s depiction of events. Verstappen has previously vocalized his disapproval of the series, citing its tendency to overdramatize situations and portray individuals inaccurately. The reigning World Champion has notably refrained from participating in interview segments on the show, citing discomfort with the process. Verstappen also took issue with the portrayal of relationships between drivers on the show, particularly criticizing the depiction of tension between Norris and Daniel Ricciardo during their time as McLaren teammates. Overall, the series has sparked debate within the F1 community about the authenticity of its narratives and character portrayals.
