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The Dutch driver, known for his exceptional skills and fearless racing style, shared some insights into his victory and explained how he managed to outperform his esteemed opponents.
Max Verstappen emerged triumphant in the fierce battle against his rivals Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton at the recently concluded Monaco grand Prix.
The Dutch driver, known for his exceptional skills and fearless racing style, shared some insights into his victory and explained how he managed to outperform his esteemed opponents.
The Red Bull driver, who emerged triumphant in the intense battle, provided insights into his strategy and mindset, shedding light on why he outperformed his competitors.
Verstappen, reflecting on his challenging victory, admitted that luck played a significant role in his success.
Speaking about the race, he acknowledged, "I clipped the walls a few times. It was super difficult out there today, but that's it. That's Monaco."
The changing weather conditions further added to the complexity of the race. Verstappen revealed, "I locked up the rears and I couldn't get out of it as the car slides.”
“So, it was about trying to control that with a bit of drifting. And, luckily, the wall stopped that in a way from sliding anymore."
Verstappen's triumph not only highlighted his individual brilliance but also showcased the strategic prowess of the Red Bull team.
Team principal Christian Horner acknowledged the challenges they faced, stating, "We knew coming into this weekend that it was going to be our biggest challenge in the first half of the year."
Despite the tough competition, Red Bull managed to make the right decisions at critical moments, including Verstappen's timely switch to slick tires as the rain intensified.
While Alonso and Hamilton put up strong performances, Verstappen's ability to seize opportunities and make calculated moves played a pivotal role in his victory.
Horner praised Alonso's exceptional form, admitting, "Fernando's just been on fire all weekend. I mean, unbelievable."
The two-time world champion showcased his remarkable skills and demonstrated why he remains a formidable competitor.
Claiming his fifth podium finish in six races with Aston Martin, Alonso proved that age is just a number and that he is still a force to be reckoned with on the track.
Esteban Ocon took full advantage of his brilliant qualifying performance to hold on to third for Alpine.
Verstappen, who is seeking a third successive world championship, now holds a 39-point lead over his nearest challenger - and team-mate Sergio Perez, who finished 16th after a qualifying crash left the Mexican starting from the back of the grid.
Lewis Hamilton benefitted from a timely switch to intermediates when the rain began falling to take fourth, with team-mate George Russell overcoming a five-second penalty to finish a place behind him as Mercedes sealed a solid haul in their first race with major upgrades on the W14.
Charles Leclerc was sixth for Ferrari at his home circuit, with Pierre Gasly backing up Ocon's effort to take seventh and ensure Alpine climb to the top of the midfield in the constructors' standings.
Carlos Sainz paid the price for a spin in the wet as he dropped from starting fourth to finish eighth, while McLaren duo Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri both drove solid races to take ninth and 10th, respectively.
In the constructors' standings, Red Bull's dominant form continued to shine through, extending their lead to a commanding 129 points.
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