Hamilton congratulates Max on winning “tough” USGP

Lewis Hamilton has congratulated championship rival Max Verstappen for winning the United States Grand Prix.

Details:

• Hamilton managed to overtake Verstappen through turn 1 at the start, but Red Bull managed to capitalize on a better strategy to claim the victory.
• The British driver congratulated the Dutchman and admitted Red Bull had the advantage.

What he said:

• “Firstly, congratulations to Max, he did a great job. It was such a tough race, got a good start and gave it everything.”
• “But at the end of the day, they had the upper hand. We couldn’t ask for more. A big thank you to my team for great pit stops and work throughout the weekend.”