McLaren driver Lando Norris has clarified his stance on Red Bull’s Max Verstappen after their clash at Mexico last weekend. Verstappen recklessly pushed Norris off the track and raced unprofessionally at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Lando Norris and Max Verstappen have been involved in tussles for the better part of the season.

In some cases, the Brit has been at fault, and in others, the Dutchman was to blame. Last weekend, Verstappen was the one at fault and was also given a 20-second time penalty by the FIA. Norris has claimed that he holds no respect for the three-time world champion’s move at the Mexico GP.

He also stated that Verstappen must learn to race clean, as the 24-year-old holds a lot of respect for him as a person. I still have a lot of respect for Max and everything he does – not respect for what he did last weekend, but respect for him as a person, and also what he’s achieved. But it’s not for me to speak to him.

I’m not his teacher, I’m not his mentor or anything like that. Lando Norris said (via gpblog)🚨| Norris has not spoken to Verstappen: ‘I don’t respect that’:– Lando Norris has revealed he has not spoken to Max Verstappen since their clash at the Mexican Grand Prix. While Norris maintains respect for Verstappen’s accomplishments in F1, he expressed disappointment with… pic.

twitter. com/KTcS6CC9ti— This is Formula 1 (@ThisIsFormu1a1) November 1, 2024The two drivers now head into the Brazilian Grand Prix desperately needing to win and secure podiums this weekend. The last four races of the season will feature a host of battles between them, which will be a treat to the fans.

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He has stated he has confidence in himself and reminded everyone that he has won three drivers’ championships in Formula 1. I don’t listen to those individuals. I just do my thing.

I’m a three-time world champion. Max Verstappen said (via outlook)RELATEDMax Verstappen shuts down chances of racing in F1 till 44 like Fernando AlonsoThe Dutchman stands atop the drivers’ championship charts with 362 points to his name. He heads into the race at Interlagos hoping to end his 10-race winless drought.