Max Verstappen showed class after losing Formula One title to Lando Norris.
According to First Post, Verstappen is known for his ultra-competitive nature, but after narrowly missing out on a fifth consecutive Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship title, the Dutchman was full of praise for new champion Norris.
McLaren’s Norris won the 2025 F1 title by coming third in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
He was the favourite to win the championship in the season, and took a big lead before the end of the season. But a few errors from the team towards the end brought Verstappen back into contention.
After Norris broke his winning streak, Verstappen congratulated the British driver, adding that he needs to savour the moment.
“He has had a very good season and I think, in general, it has been a tough battle between himself and Oscar. At one point I got into the fight too,” Verstappen said.
“Winning your first is always super emotional, it’s very special. I think everybody on the grid is always dreaming about that moment, so I hope he really enjoys it tonight with his family, and of course the team,” he added.
Reflecting on his own journey, Verstappen was disappointed at losing the title but took solace in the way Red Bull fought back towards the end after a poor start.
