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Follow reaction as Max Verstappen claims 15th victory of the season at Circuit of the Americas
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Max Verstappen defied Lewis Hamilton to win a cat-and-mouse United States Grand Prix at a sizzling Circuit of the Americas in Austin.
Verstappen has been on easy street this season, but the triple world champion was made to fight for the 50th win of his career – becoming only the fifth driver to reach a half-century.
Indeed, at one stage, Hamilton dared to dream of ending a losing streak which stands at 686 days and counting. Yet, as so often been the case this year, Verstappen’s speed in his all-conquering Red Bull machine came to the fore.
He moved ahead of Lando Norris on lap 28 of 56 to all but seal the win. Hamilton might bemoan a questionable strategy decision which saw him lose 10 seconds to Verstappen in the opening round of pit stops. But in reality, he probably did not have the pace to stop the Dutchman from claiming his 15th wins from the 18 rounds so far.
Follow reaction from the United States Grand Prix with The Independent
More below:
Kieran Jackson23 October 2023 00:56
The 2023 world champion started sixth on the grid but after eventually passing leader Lando Norris halfway through the race, Verstappen held off a late challenge from 2021 nemesis Lewis Hamilton to claim his 50th Formula 1 win.
Yet as he walked out onto the top step of the podium, the Dutchman was booed by sections of the fanbase in Austin.
Full story below:
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 23:14
Asked can you win this year: “Unlikely. Qatar was our best opportunity. That’s why I was tough on myself, because I knew it was an opportunity.
“Vegas is still a big question but there’s no high-speed circuits. But the slow speeds are slowing us down. When it comes together, which probably won’t be this year, but next year...”
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 23:02
“We should’ve stopped before Lando, I don’t know why we didn’t... the deficit was so hard. We’ve got some work to do.
“But other than that, it’s a step forwards. We need to pick up on some areas, the pit stops were not great and strategy maybe, but it’s right there!
“Verstappen started sixth and he was out in front. They are still ahead, and they’re not developing now - they’re just chilling. We’ve got a huge amount of work to do.”
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 22:49
Race report
Max Verstappen defied Lewis Hamilton to win a cat-and-mouse United States Grand Prix at a sizzling Circuit of the Americas in Austin.
Verstappen has been on easy street this season, but the triple world champion was made to fight for the 50th win of his career – becoming only the fifth driver to reach a half-century.
Indeed, at one stage, Hamilton dared to dream of ending a losing streak which stands at 686 days and counting.
Yet, as so often been the case this year, Verstappen’s speed in his all-conquering Red Bull machine came to the fore.
Full report below:
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 22:40
“Painful. The upgrade worked, a good step. Directionally, it’s a very good sign.
“Hindsight is a tough thing... we knew we needed four more laps. Just frustrating.
“We are all in this together. We need to take the positives. The whole team is in pain but now we’re going to a few tracks which should help the car.
“Quickest car on track, that’s the positive we need to take.”
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 22:26
Another rendition of the Dutch and Austrian national anthem here for Max Verstappen’s 15th win in Formula 1!
Joined by two Brits on the podium at COTA!
I’m afraid to say some boos and chants during the Dutch national anthem! And a few boos when Verstappen lifts the trophy...
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 22:13
“Just not enough today... I’m happy, it was a good race from my side. The pace at the beginning was strong, but I just couldn’t hold on. Progress every weekend but some more steps needed.
“Maybe a cooler track would’ve suited us a bit more but I’m happy, the team still did an excellent week.”
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 22:05
“I was hopeful, but we needed some more laps.
“I’ve always loved the States, ever since I came here at eight years old. I’ve felt so welcome here.
“I’m really pleased with this result.”
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 21:58
1) Max Verstappen
2) Lewis Hamilton
3) Lando Norris
4) Carlos Sainz
5) Sergio Perez
6) Charles Leclerc
7) George Russell
8) Pierre Gasly
9) Lance Stroll
10) Yuki Tsunoda (fastest lap)
Kieran Jackson22 October 2023 21:53
