has admitted he doesn’t “hate” as he praised the teen for his two world title successes. Wolff made the revelation after opening up on an odd incident involving a possible nanny for his son Jack.
A girl who utilized for the function believed she could be excluded from securing the place just because she was Dutch. It comes after Verstappen and Hamilton have been embroiled in a tense battle for the 2021 crown which led to controversial vogue.
Wolff informed : “I requested why, and she or he thought I hated Max Verstappen. However I actually like Max.” As an alternative, Wolf continued to reward the Pink Bull star in a uncommon second of appreciation for his expertise.
The Austrian additionally added he “favored” individuals with Verstappen’s skillset and want for greatness. Wolff added: “Max, together together with his automobile, is the benchmark. He has matured a lot and doesn’t make errors anymore.
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“And he’s solely 25 years previous, proper? You wouldn’t assume somebody of that age is so mature, additionally on his outlook on life. It’s actually spectacular. Whether or not it’s Max, Lewis, Michael Schumacher or Ayrton Senna, they’re all totally different however all of them have a uncooked edge.
“I like these sorts of individuals, troublesome individuals. That usually means they've extra ambition and extra dedication. This not solely applies to drivers, but additionally to the highest individuals inside a staff.”
The rivalry in 2021 was so intense it was nearly all-consuming as the 2 groups battled for each inch of observe. The duel reached its peak at Silverstone after Hamilton and Verstappen collided at Copse nook.
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The 51G collision despatched Verstappen to hospital whereas Hamilton went on to have fun victory. After the race, it was revealed Wolff hadn't referred to as to verify on Verstappen’s situation which angered the Pink Bull star’s father Jos.
Jos defined: “There have been conversations with Toto Wolff and I additionally thought we had relationship with him, however the true Toto has proven himself these days. There isn't any relationship anymore.”
Nevertheless, final yr a paddock supply instructed Wolff nonetheless holds common talks with Verstappen. It comes after the Mercedes boss, talking in early 2020, hinted he could possibly be tempted to signal the Dutchman sooner or later.