Jos Verstappen Points the Non-F1 Trait that Separates Michael Schumacher From Lewis Hamilton

It is no secret that Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton are two of the greatest drivers in Formula One; both have seven world championships under their belt. Another common trait between the two is that they pushed their rivals to the limit.

However, Jos Verstappen who raced against Michael feels there is one thing that separates him from Britain’s Knight. The ex-F1 driver feels that Michael was more friendly than Lewis is.

Verstappen Sr feels Michael Schumacher is more amiable than Hamilton

The German driver was often ruthless when it came to fighting on track but was friendly. However, according to Jos, Hamilton is a talented driver but doesn’t have the friendly characteristics that Michael has.

As quoted from the DailyMail, Verstappen Sr said, “Michael and I had good contacts. We met personally too [the Verstappens and Schumachers holidayed together; Max remembers Michael the family man playing with the children]. He changed a little bit at the circuit, but he would still be friendly.”

Formula One F1 – Portuguese Grand Prix – Algarve International Circuit – Portimao, Portugal – May 2, 2021 Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton shakes hands with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen after winning the race Pool via REUTERS/Gabriel Bouys

Jos added, “Lewis does it his own way, which you can’t say is wrong because he wins a lot. Yes, he has had teammates, but he has been in the right environment. He made the right decision to go to Mercedes and has had the fastest car for a long time. But he is good, for sure. I respect him as a driver. The rest…”

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Can Verstappen redeem himself in Sunday’s race?

Max Verstappen finds himself in a middle of an intense fight with Hamilton. Now as they prepare to battle at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the Red Bull driver has to overcome some obstacles if he wants to beat the Mercedes driver.

In Saturday’s qualifying session, the Dutch driver was on the verge of stealing pole position from the Knight. However, he crashed into the final corner and failed to beat Hamilton.

Formula One F1- Saudi Arabian Grand Prix – Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – December 3, 2021 Red Bull’s Max Verstappen during practice REUTERS/Ahmed Yosri

Nevertheless, Verstappen hasn’t lost hope, as he would be seeing the five-red lights from third on the grid. The Red Bull prodigy has an eight-point lead over Hamilton in the driver’s standings and would hope to extend it this weekend.

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