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Hamilton expects Verstappen next to him: "You can only assume that they're there"
- GPblog.com
It is the big question before the start of the new Formula 1 season: Can Max Verstappen challenge Lewis Hamilton for the world title? Many believe he can, although Red Bull Racing's material will have to live up to expectations. Even reigning world champion Hamilton is counting on Verstappen to stand next to him.
It's something everyone wants to see, but which hasn't been possible for some time: an equal battle between Hamilton and Verstappen for the world title. However, after Red Bull's strong winter test, it looks like it could happen this year.
Hamilton expects title battle with Red Bull
Hamilton himself doesn't underestimate his competition either, and therefore thinks Red Bull will be at the front of the pack. "They won the last race of 2020, so you can bet they'll be there at the first race of 2021. If not at the front," Hamilton said in an interview with Sky Sports.
"It's going to be a great, long fight with them this year," he added. Whether Red Bull are actually in such good shape will only be seen during the first Grand Prix weekend, when Mercedes can also show what they have to offer.