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Verstappen issues surprising Hamilton take with Abu Dhabi 2021 admission
Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen surprising admitted to the controversial battle with Lewis Hamilton at the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The campaign finale, orchestrated by former race director Michael Masi, ended in spectacular fashion with a last-lap title showdown. Despite the drama, Verstappen considers it one of his best days in the sport, praising Hamilton and Mercedes for a ‘beautiful’ season. The Dutchman reflected on the intense season and the admirable performances of two teams making few mistakes throughout. Verstappen’s triumph marked a changing of the guard in F1, with him securing the next three championships in a dominant era. Meanwhile, Hamilton has struggled since moving to Ferrari, while Verstappen faces tough competition for a fifth consecutive world title, with rivals Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris ahead in the standings.
