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Formula 1 as a “private matter for Verstappen and Leclerc”

2022-03-28T09:05:52.094Z


The race in Saudi Arabia was overshadowed by a missile attack near the track. Regardless, the international press is celebrating that excitement has returned to Formula 1.


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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc (left) was beaten by Red Bull in Jeddah Max Verstappen

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The rule changes for the current Formula 1 season have led to a narrower field of drivers and more duels.

Such was also the reason for the decision at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, when Max Verstappen overtook his closest competitor for the world title, Charles Leclerc, with the help of the DRS system.

In view of this exciting duel, the rocket attack by Houthi rebels on an oil storage facility near the racetrack moved into the background in the international press.

Lewis Hamilton, who only finished tenth in the Mercedes, was stripped of the status of a co-favourite:

ENGLAND

»The Sun«

: »Pushed to the Max.

Max Verstappen fought an epic battle with Charles Leclerc, leaving only dust for Lewis Hamilton.

While the new golden boys of Formula 1 fought an exciting duel in the last laps, the seven-time world champion fought with Lance Stroll for tenth place.«

»Guardian«

: »Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc emerge as clear title contenders this season.

For Lewis Hamilton, on the other hand, the hard work was almost in vain.

The role of the seven-time world champion was reduced to that of a frustrated understudy for the leads he would like to be a part of.”

FRANCE

"L'Equipe"

: "Prince of Saudi Arabia: Max Verstappen wins ahead of Charles Leclerc."

ITALY

"Gazzetta dello Sport"

: "Leclerc is Ferrari's pride.

He strengthens his leadership position and can look to the future with optimism.«

"Corriere dello Sport"

: "Verstappen makes it clear that this World Cup will be a private matter between him and Charles Leclerc.

One wonders how it is possible that two teams can design such different cars and in the end it's the little things that make the difference."

»Tuttosport«

: »The races this season are not for people with weak hearts.

Ferrari has proven to be fully in the fight for the world title.

Every point can make the difference this season.

Everything will depend on details.«

"Corriere della Sera"

: "Leclerc and Verstappen started a fight that could shape an entire Formula 1 era.

What happened in those first two Grands Prix is ​​already the script for an Oscar film.

Hamilton is plagued by problems for the first time, testifying that a generational shift can begin."

»La Repubblica«

: »The era of Verstappen and Leclerc has begun.

Verstappen and Leclerc are each other's mirrors.

They are the same age and have known each other since they were kids, when they drove karts and fought each other even then.

Their rivalry will shape this Formula 1 season.«

AUSTRIA

"Kronenzeitung"

: "Reaching into the bag of tricks brought Verstappen victory."

SWITZERLAND

»Blick«

: »Formula 1 has a new royal duel after just two races: world champion Max Verstappen now has to fight his way through the Red Bull against Charles Leclerc in the Ferrari.

Lewis Hamilton is not a title contender at the moment.«

SPAIN

"Marca"

: "Verstappen knocks Leclerc away in the battle in Saudi Arabia.

The Monegasque tried to tame the beast as he did in Bahrain, but in the end he was beaten by the world champion's top speed.

Carlos Sainz continues to play in the concert of the greats.

Verstappen's new rival is Ferrari.

Hamilton only gets one point in tenth, you have to rub your eyes.”

»As«

: »All Formula 1 races should be like this.

Verstappen is back in world champion mode.

It's a shame that Sainz was just a mere spectator in this beautiful fight.

Ferrari will certainly continue to annoy Red Bull.«

»Sport«

: »Verstappen wins in the style of a world champion.

The script was identical to last week's in Bahrain, but this time the Red Bull didn't let the Dutchman down.«

»El Mundo Deportivo«

: »Master lesson from Verstappen in a pure battle that was also clean and respectful.

Hamilton disappointed, he has to step up a gear in the next few races."

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Source: spiegel

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