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Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso have spoken up after comments from NASCAR driver Kyle Larson.
Max Verstappen firmly rebutted NASCAR star Kyle Larson’s comments declaring himself better than Verstappen as an all-round package, sparking debate on both sides of the Atlantic. Kevin Harvick suggested Larson could match Verstappen in F1, but the three-time world champion dismissed the claim ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, stating “everyone has their own opinion.” Verstappen hinted at exploring other racing opportunities once he retires from Formula 1, seeking a more relaxed schedule. Fernando Alonso, known for his multi-discipline racing career, humorously claimed superiority in different disciplines compared to Verstappen, acknowledging the unique challenges of each racing type. Alonso highlighted the need for quick adaptation and different skill sets across various racing formats.
