The success achieved by Hamilton and Verstappen over the last decade has seen both men enter the debate over the greatest drivers in F1 history alongside the likes of Schumacher a

In fact, Hamilton has now surpassed the Ferrari legend in almost all categories. The 39-year-old heads into the United States Grand Prix with 105 race wins, 201 podium finishes and 104 pole positions to his name - the most of any driver in F1 history.

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen were part of one of the greatest Championship battles of all time in 2021. They went toe to toe throughout the season, and before the finale, were level on points. A day before the final showdown, De Telegraaf had asked Verstappen if Hamilton was afraid of him.