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Max Verstappen and Christian Horner were quick to address the confusion around a radio message from Verstappen’s race engineer, Gianpiero ‘GP’ Lambiase, during the aftermath of a clash with Lewis Hamilton. Horner clarified that Lambiase’s use of the term “childish” was not directed at Verstappen, but rather at the overall radio chatter from other teams.
During the race, Verstappen experienced a double lock-up at Turn 1 while attempting to pass Hamilton. This move led to a collision that saw Verstappen’s car briefly airborne before landing hard and finishing fifth. The incident sparked another candid exchange between Verstappen and his engineer at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Verstappen complained over the radio about Hamilton moving under braking. Lambiase responded by refusing to engage in a radio argument, labeling the situation as “childish” but clarifying that this comment was aimed at the broader radio complaints, not at Verstappen.
Horner elaborated after the race, emphasizing that Lambiase’s comments were about other teams lobbying for penalties. He also highlighted the longstanding relationship between Verstappen and Lambiase, likening their dynamic to an “old married couple” due to their forthright communication over the years.
Horner acknowledged that Verstappen was understandably frustrated and assured that any necessary discussions about the race would take place privately. The team remains focused on improving performance and addressing any issues internally.
In the meantime, the racing world continues to buzz with reactions and speculations following the dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix, with Verstappen remaining a central figure in the ongoing F1 narrative.
