On the final lap of the US Grand Prix, Sebastian Vettel overtook Kevin Magnussen for 8th (who was seventh after the penalty for Fernando Alonso), which was preceded by an exciting duel that continued in the third sector of the circuit.
After the finish, the Danish Haas F1 driver commented that the rivalry with the four-time world champion pleased him, even if he had to give up the position.
“It was a good fight! I’m sorry I lost, of course, but I have to admit it was one of the best examples of on-track rivalry I’ve ever taken part in, – Kevin admitted in an interview with the Speed City Broadcasting – podcast . – Sebastian drove just great. I almost felt like it was some kind of privilege to be able to fight a rider of that caliber. It was great, and for me it is a very valuable lesson.
When you fight Sebastian on track you don’t feel like he’s close to the end of his career. He drove great, although of course I’m mad at myself that I lost the position on the last lap…”
Magnussen was the only participant in the US Grand Prix who tried to drive the entire distance with one pit stop, after which he admitted that it was very difficult: “It was difficult, but the team gave me all the necessary instructions, without which I wouldn’t do it.” have done.”
Source: F1 News
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