Max Verstappen picks up points with Formula One bosses

Toro Rosso Formula One driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands sits in his car during the second practice session of the Australian F1 Grand Prix at the Albert Park circuit in MelbourneDutch teenager and Formula One racing driver Max Verstappen has been voted one of the best drivers of the season by team bosses in a British poll.

Verstappen, who is just 18, finished the season in 12th place but is fourth in the ranking compiled by Autosport magazine. Britain’s Lewis Hamilton leads the list.

The Dutch youngster’s best placing on the circuit was fourth, in Hungary and Texas. In total he scored points in 10 of the 19 events.

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