Max Verstappen vs Lewis Hamilton: Latest feud could spark new rivalry

Lewis Hamilton is one of most decorated Formula 1 drivers in current set up. British driver already has five World Championships to his name and is on verge of claiming his sixth title if he wins title at United States Grand Prix or if he finishes eighth or better will do for him. A win in Austin will bring him within one of Michael Schumacher’s record haul of seven.

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34-year-old's ride towards  title hasn't been without an intense rivalry with Red Bull driver Max Verstappen. With five-time World Champion anuncing his intention to stay in sport for at least next two years, rivalry will only get more intense in future.

Dutch driver has been in on Hamilton's throat this past week after Mercedes star driver's comment on his driving style. Verstappen responded by claiming that current World Champion was disrespectful with comments he made after winning Mexican Grand Prix and that he is in Hamilton’s head

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While Mercedes team has been dominant on track, Hamilton's rivalry with Verstappen on track is a breath of fresh air in what is sometimes a dull sport.

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During Mexican Grand Prix, 21-year-old  collided with Valtteri Bottas on opening lap of race due to which he was criticised by Hamilton, who called Verstappen a crash “magnet".

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Lewis Hamilton's F1 rivalries in past

This is t first time that Lewis Hamilton has had an intense rivalry and fierce battle. In past as well, he has been in such a position with his former teammate Nico Rosberg in 2016. tension between two was so high that pair did t even speak in team’s canteen.

In 2007, Hamilton had quite a battle with Fernando Alonso also his teammate at McLaren. y had ir face-off in Canada and Indianapolis before both ended up making mistakes that resulted in a loss of points and wins. duo eventually lost to Kimi Raikkonen, with Finn taking his first Championship crown at Ferrari.

whole F1 world will be keeping a close eye on both drivers (Hamilton and Verstappen)  during US Grand Prix and remaining races of season as battle between two is one to be watched in future.