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Nico Rosberg has assigned Max Verstappen a considerable badge of honour after his pole position at the Italian Grand Prix.
Nico Rosberg has declared Max Verstappen one of the five greatest F1 drivers of all time after the Dutchman delivered “magic” at Monza to secure pole. The Red Bull driver set a new F1 record for the fastest lap in the championship’s history based on average speed. Verstappen’s lap time of 1:18.792 at the Temple of Speed averaged 264.7 kph (164.47 mph), surpassing Lewis Hamilton’s previous record. Rosberg praised Verstappen’s exceptional driving abilities and his ability to perform under pressure, emphasizing the significance of his pole-setting performance at Monza. Despite initial doubts about the car’s potential, Verstappen’s skill and determination shone through in securing the pole position through flawless laps in the final moments of Q3.
