Ocon and Verstappen fought in the junior categories, after all... F1
Esteban Ocon heaped praise on Max Verstappen for his title success, but feels “convinced” he could compete with his long-time rival at the front in a car capable of doing so.
The pair had endured a frosty relationship in the past, exemplified best when Verstappen shoved Ocon in parc fermé when the two collided at Interlagos in 2018 while the Frenchman was looking to unlap himself in the race, but he says they have a better time of things between them these days – and he was full of compliments for what the Red Bull driver has gone on to achieve.
“His world titles are richly deserved. Last year I already thought so and this year he is putting in a top season. I’m proud that a driver I grew up with is emerging like this.When discussing his own title credentials for the future, Ocon believes that if he and Alpine can find a way to produce a car capable of fighting against Red Bull in the coming seasons, he will be able to take the fight to the reigning World Champion.
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