Lando Norris believes that ultimately, Max Verstappen does not need to apologize
The Briton, frustrated after the Austrian Grand Prix where he had to retire, appears calmer this weekend at Silverstone. Yesterday, in a press conference, he addressed the incident with Max Verstappen and mentioned a situation that is now resolved between the two drivers.
« Honestly, I don’t think he needed to apologize. I think some of the things I said after the race were just due to the fact that I was frustrated at that time. A lot of adrenaline, a lot of emotions. And I probably said things I didn’t necessarily believe, especially later in the week.
A context now much calmer.
Here is what the British driver pronounced yesterday at the press conference. The McLaren driver is trying to ease tensions that could arise with the Dutch driver after their collision on the 64th lap last weekend in Spielberg. Currently second in the championship, the McLaren driver had criticized the behavior of the Dutchman, judging that he had gone too far, he seemed desperate. So, he took the opportunity yesterday to clarify the situation between the two friends.
« We can clearly see how he runs. It’s challenging. It’s on the edge. And yes, I think that’s what we love. You know, that’s what I love. I really enjoyed the fight I had with him. Of course, it’s a shame that things ended this way. But other than that, things are clear from what we see on television. And I think I’m excited about the idea of racing him again this weekend. The British driver from McLaren is therefore ready to battle it out this weekend, at his home in Silverstone, and appreciates this type of battles, on the edge.
« I mean we are in good shape. We are in a good position, but Red Bull as well. So, yes, we expect a close battle between many of us.
Two drivers now on the same wavelength.
The comments quickly prompted Max Verstappen to react, highlighting the respect and pragmatism of the British driver. The three-time world champion explains that fairly quickly, when we were talking, we had the same opinion that we must fight hard because it’s what we love to do and it’s what we have always done.
« And we are great friends. He’s a very nice guy, honestly. And of course, I was also very saddened and disappointed that we clashed because naturally, of course, on the track, you fight hard, but as friends too, you are very disappointed that it happened. »
A situation that is now much less tense between the two drivers, who will be able to prepare as well as possible for the next event, this weekend at the British Grand Prix.
