Verstappen’s approach was controversial, to say the least. The Red Bull driver’s camp labelled it as brave and committed, the true sign of a champion. Others, including Norris and George Russell, took a dim view of his driving standards, with the latter berating his aggression in an instantly iconic interview in Abu Dhabi.

Did the off-track friendship between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris cause a specific on-track issue? Martin Brundle thinks so.

Despite Red Bull's troubles, Max Verstappen comfortably saw off the challenge of Lando Norris to win a fourth consecutive drivers' title, but worries it will be difficult to do it again in 2025