Max Verstappen reacts to F1 title triumph and predicts ‘proper battle’ in 2025
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Max Verstappen admitted he was “relieved” to seal the 2024 F1 world title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Verstappen finished the race in fifth, one spot ahead of closest contender Lando Norris, to claim the 2024 drivers’ title with two races left. Verstappen celebrates his fourth F1 title in a row “It was a very challenging season, as a person at times it’s very challenging. It makes it a beautiful and special season.” Asked about the prospect of winning five titles in a row next year, Verstappen said: “It’s going to be a proper battle between a lot of cars.