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Max Verstappen might be World Champion, but he won’t receive his trophy until December.
FIA President Mohammed ben Sulayem has defended the delay in Max Verstappen receiving his trophy for the 2023 season at the FIA prize gala. While Verstappen secured his third title in Qatar, he will officially be awarded the World Champion title during the FIA’s annual prize-giving ceremony in Azerbaijan. This is unlike other sporting events such as the Super Bowl or the World Cup, where the trophy is awarded immediately after victory. Ben Sulayem emphasized the importance of the ceremony and its impact on aspiring young drivers who look up to the Formula 1 champion as their idol. He also addressed the potential consequences of not having the ceremony, such as the creation of another championship that lacks the presence of past champions. Lastly, he hinted at the possibility of Verstappen receiving something before the FIA gala.
Source: RacingNews 365
