Max Verstappen wins Austrian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton fourth Racing News – Times of India

Spielberg Near Nitelfeld: red Bullof Max Verstappen Consolidating the world championship lead over Lewis by securing a third consecutive victory from pole at the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday hamilton who came in fourth place.
Hamilton’s mercedes Teammate Valtteri Bottas took second place with McLarenLando Norris is in third place.
Verstappen’s latest move towards ending Hamilton’s hold on the drivers’ title sparked a carnival atmosphere in Formula One’s first capacity crowd as the coronavirus pandemic struck with most of 100,000 in attendance in their Dutch orange colours. .
“Unbelievable to be honest, the car was unreal,” said the 21-year-old threat to Hamilton’s bid for an unprecedented eighth world crown.
“On every tire set we put in, it was really enjoyable to drive. A great effort by the whole team. These two weeks here have been incredible.”
Ahead of the seven-time world champion’s home British Grand Prix at Silverstone on 18 July, Verstappen finished with 182 points in the standings, 32 points ahead of Hamilton.

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