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Jun
20
2021
By The African Mirror
Verstappen‌ ‌powers‌ ‌to‌ ‌pole‌ ‌at‌ ‌Paul‌ ‌Ricard

Verstappen‌ ‌powers‌ ‌to‌ ‌pole‌ ‌at‌ ‌Paul‌ ‌Ricard

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BOITUMELO RANTAO FORMULA One made its stop in Le Castellet, France at the Paul Ricard Circuit where championship leader Max Verstappen beat out Mercedes' driver Lewis Hamilton to pole position for the French Grand Prix. “To be able to put it on pole here, on a track that has not been our favourite in terms of performance, is very promising and a big boost for the team” said Verstappen. Verstappen set a blistering time of 1:29.990 - which left Hamilton waiting three tenths back. Hamilton will start ahead of teammate Valterri Bottas in third. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff will…
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May
24
2021
By The African Mirror
Verstappen masters Monaco

Verstappen masters Monaco

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BOITUMELO RANTAO  NOISE stormed through the streets of Monte Carlo for 78 laps of Formula One racing - all of which were led by Red Bull’s driver Max Verstappen. The Dutchman exquisitely, protecting the centre of the narrow track, defended his lead grid position into turn 1. Great reactions at the start by Mercedes driver Valterri Bottas briefly threatened Verstappen’s lead but Verstappen emerged as the leader after turn 1 and comfortably controlled the race to earn his maiden race win, and podium, in Monaco. Verstappen started second on the grid behind an empty grid slot as pole sitter Charles…
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May
22
2021
By The African Mirror
Leclerc grabs pole in Monaco

Leclerc grabs pole in Monaco

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BOITUMELO RANTAO  FERRARI showed an injection of pace throughout preparations for Saturday’s three qualifying sessions - the results were overwhelming with Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc qualifying in pole position with his first run in the third session (Q3). Leclerc’s session took an unexpected turn preparing for the second run in Q3 as he clipped the barrier on the entry into turn 16. The driver stepped out of his car unharmed but the session was ultimately red flagged with less than a minute to go. The stunning turn of events left the vicious Red Bull of Max Verstappen, hunting for pole…
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May
10
2021
By The African Mirror
Triumph at Gran Premio de España

Triumph at Gran Premio de España

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REIGNING World champion Lewis Hamilton stole an emphatic win over Red Bull’s Max Verstappen after a late overtake at the Circuit de Barcelona - Catalunya. Verstappen controlled the pace after a fantastic start which saw the Dutch driver vault into the lead after starting in second on the grid.  Mercedes were on the backfoot until Hamilton’s race engineer made the call to pit for fresher tyres with 23 laps to go, in an attempt to catch the leading Red Bull, on the 44th lap. The championship leader exited the pit lane 22 seconds behind Verstappen, yet soon had the upper…
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May
08
2021
By The African Mirror
Hamilton celebrates historic 100th pole

Hamilton celebrates historic 100th pole

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BOITUMELO RANTAO WORLD champion Lewis Hamilton continues to set new records. The 7th time world champion drove like a true champ in Spain yesterday to claim a historic 100th pole ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, held in Barcelona. Hamilton staved off spirited challenges from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas to earn the historic pole. And the champ was over the moon with his achievement.  He said: “100 Poles! I can’t even begin to describe how this feels. I can’t thank the team and everyone back at the factory enough for everything they’ve done to help…
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Apr
18
2021
By The African Mirror
Verstappen’s first Italian glory

Verstappen’s first Italian glory

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RED Bull’s Max Verstappen finally has his podium moment in Italy. Verstappen provided an exhibition of world class driving and defending against champion Lewis Hamilton who provided a lesson in patience and focus in a drama filled at the Emilia Romagna F1 race. The Imola circuit produced a belter of a race, aided by pouring rain 10 minutes before lights out, teams were forced to change strategies. Verstappen, who started third on the grid, struck like lightning to overtake both Hamilton, who started in pole and teammate Sergio Perez in the first corner to take the lead.  He drove impeccably,…
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Mar
29
2021
By The African Mirror
Hamilton wins dramatic duel in the desert

Hamilton wins dramatic duel in the desert

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AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER LEWIS Hamilton was extra impressed with the win because, as a seven-time world champion, he knows how close his victory at the Bahrain season opener was, just a mere 0.7 seconds ahead of Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. The tight race and the scintillating finish is what F1 race drivers live for. And the special skills set and class to hold on by the skin of his teeth to win the race is what separated Hamilton from Verstappen on the day. “I love the challenge. I love this sport. What a way to start the season. Today is…
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Mar
27
2021
By The African Mirror
Verstappen gets 1st pole of 2021

Verstappen gets 1st pole of 2021

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BOITUMELO RANTAO RED Bull’s Max Verstappen has claimed the season’s first pole, after a stunning driving display which also served as warning to defending champions in the Mercedes camp. Verstappen qualified in first place in Bahrain, ahead of 7-time world champion Lewis Hamilton and teammate Valteri Bottas.  Verstappen was pleased with his performance but looks forward to lights out.  “We had a great testing week but there are no guarantees it translates to race weekends. The car has been working really well and of course I'm happy with the pole. I'm looking forward to tomorrow. We need to get a…
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Dec
14
2020
By The African Mirror
Verstappen relishes final race win in Abu Dhabi

Verstappen relishes final race win in Abu Dhabi

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BOITUMELO RANTAO RED Bull Racing enjoyed their first win in Abu Dhabi since 2013 with rising star Max Verstappen claiming his second 2020 win in astonishingly comfortable fashion. His first win of the season came in the early stages of the 2020 season at the 70th Anniversary GP in Silverstone. Verstappen was in unfamiliar territory, on lap 48, 12 seconds clear of second-place Valterri Bottas  “I expected a very tough fight today but I think we managed everything very well and there was never really a moment where I felt under pressure which is a pretty good feeling.” Verstappen flipped…
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Dec
13
2020
By The African Mirror
Max Verstappen on maiden pole in last 2020 race

Max Verstappen on maiden pole in last 2020 race

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BOITUMELO RANTAO  RED Bull’s Max Verstappen, who has been among the fastest on the circuit throughout the season, was made to wait until the last race of the season for his first pole. The Dutch driver became the fourth different pole sitter in four weeks in the final weekend of the 2020 F1 season.  Verstappen celebrated with his team for their performances throughout the season, “I think for the mechanics and everyone in the team this was a great boost, I didn’t really expect to fight for pole today but it was very satisfying”. The Mercedes duo found themselves in…
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