F1: Hamilton and Vettel back Verstappen for 2019 title bid

Red Bull driver is expected to challenge next season

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen won the 2018 F1 Mexican Grand Prix on 28 October
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen won the 2018 F1 Mexican Grand Prix on 28 October
(Image credit: Clive Mason/Getty Images)

The 2018 Formula 1 championship was a straight shoot-out between Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel but the title rivals believe Max Verstappen can provide further competition next year.

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