MAXIM New Zealand

WHATEVER ITTAKES

Arguably the most exciting young talent in Formula One today, Max Verstappen electrifies the Red Bull Racing garage every time he slides into his Hondapowered RB16B racecar. In only his first race for Red Bull, the then-18-year-old took the checkered flag in first place, quickly becoming the youngest — not to mention Holland’s first and only — driver to ever win a Formula One Grand Prix. Five seasons later it’s become clear that only the G.O.A.T. Lewis Hamilton blocks Verstappen from notching his first F1 Championship. The pressure — and glory — all rest on his shoulders.

Of course the F1 field is flooded with young, hungry talent nipping at the heels of Red Bull’s premier driver, so Verstappen’s got his work cut out. But all signs point to great potential in 2021: the young Dutchman finished last season’s final Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi capturing pole position, and led every lap to secure the checkered flag. Overall he finished the 2020

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from MAXIM New Zealand

MAXIM New Zealand15 min read
The Ultimate Hideaway
The Indonesian island of Bali has long been the go-to retreat for vacationing Aussies, and it is safe to say that most returning visitors have their favourite spots to stay on the island. Still, when you’re done with rural Ubud and over the hustle an
MAXIM New Zealand2 min read
Technical Masterpiece
ABack in 2019, Aston Martin teamed up with Brough Superior to unveil the AMB 001, an ultra-exclusive track bike. Three years and one pandemic later, the pairing is back at the Milan Motorcycle show with another rare species – the AMB 001 Pro. Like th
MAXIM New Zealand2 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
Curling Collection
Ever since Bally tapped streetwear designer Rhuigi Villaseñor as its new creative director a year ago, the fabled Swiss house has steadily been earning some cool cred. The man behind cult streetwear label Rhude, Villaseñor has been hard at work min

Related Books & Audiobooks