How good is Max Verstappen?

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How good is Max Verstappen?

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71 minutes

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Mar 30, 2020

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Speed, team work, mental strength, experience, racecraft…all these skills plus more make up a great grand prix driver. But where does Max Verstappen stand and is he ready to win the title? Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw offer a deep analysis of Verstappen’s abilities

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Mar 30, 2020

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