Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen could rewind the clocks to their intense 2021 title battle by renewing hostilities in 2025, according to F1 legend Juan Pablo Montoya. Hamilton and Verstappen locked horns in one of the greatest seasons in the sport’s history four years ago as Red Bull finally challenged Mercedes ’ dominance.

Lando Norris is relishing the tag of Formula 1 title favourite this year, even if it means being more aggressive while fighting wheel-to-wheel with Max Verstappen.

Hopes are high that the 2025 Formula 1 season will deliver a closely contested championship race, with a number of drivers in the mix as the season progresses.

Despite claiming several victories and the constructors title, Lando Norris and McLaren finished last year with a sour taste in their mouths. Having enjoyed the fastest car for the majority of 2024, Norris still failed to secure the drivers’ title.

London: Lando Norris has warned Max Verstappen he will get his “elbows out” as the McLaren driver fights to dethrone the Formula One world champion. Norris, 25, fell short in his quest to take his maiden crown last season after Red Bull’s Verstappen kept him at bay to land his fourth title in a row.

Lando Norris has declared he needs to "get his elbows out" against Max Verstappen whilst maintaining a smart racing approach as he targets the 2025 Formula 1 title. The McLaren driver, who finished behind Verstappen in last year's championship battle,