Max Verstappen is a double Formula 1 world champion with an original Honda engine, a factory which is also that of Marc Marquez in MotoGP. Even if a paradox dictates that the great financier Red Bull and his team of engineers will help KTM in the motorcycle Grand Prix, the two men found themselves under the winged coat of arms during Honda Thanks Day. And this is what they think of each other. With this mention from the Dutchman on the courage of motorcycle riders which will always mark the difference between the two worlds that we nevertheless want to bring together...
The Red Bull Honda driver Max Verstappen who has taken matters into his own hands in Formula 1 for two seasons has not shied away from his pleasure of finding Marc Marquez during a celebration under the patronage of the Tokyo manufacturer. Because his admiration for the Spaniard is not feigned. And not only… " On a motorcycle there are also many riders who can do a good lap, but managing a full Grand Prix weekend is totally different. This is when the strongest personality, talent, stands out. And in recent years, Marc has always been there » comments the Dutchman who adds: “ Marc is an incredible person, I really want to see him back in top form ».
Marc Marquez: “in sport you have to be a “killer” if you want to be the best"
« What I like about Marc is that he's a fighter, he never gives up. He is a very determined person, he is a great pilot » he specifies before mentioning: “ these guys are crazy. The speed at which they go on the straights, the power of these bikes… I'd like to try one someday, although at the moment they won't let me. I love watching MotoGP, and I love that there are so many factories that can win the race, I think it's great », concludes the double F1 World Champion.
Et Marc Marquez, what does he think of Max? He said in remarks relayed on Motosan : " I like the way he handles the pressure. There are a lot of talented and fast drivers, but in the moment of truth, handling all that pressure is the hardest thing, and he does it very well ". And he recognizes a character trait that is not foreign to him: “ Max is an ambitious person, his ambition is something I like, he never says 'no'. He is someone who has talent, but he is also a “killer”, in sport you have to be a “killer” if you want to be the best ».
