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“We should’ve raced for longer. Such a good race” – Twitter reacts as Max Verstappen wins a rain-curtailed Japanese Grand Prix

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Max Verstappen sealed his second F1 World Championship crown after registering a dominating win in the Japanese GP

Max Verstappen stands on top of the podium at the Japanese GP after cruising to victory ahead of Sergio Perez and Charles Leclerc. Rain played spoilsport in Suzuka but Verstappen was at his best as soon as the race resumed after the red flag. Charles Leclerc initially reached home in second place but he was later given a five-second penalty and as a result, Sergio Perez was promoted to the second spot while Leclerc eventually finishes third.

The race was hampered by rain and unfavourable weather and was paused only after three laps. With 40 minutes left on the clock the drivers were led around briefly by the Safety Car, before going back to green flag conditions. The win for Max Verstappen and the fact that Leclerc was handed a penalty also means that Max Verstappen is now officially the 2022 F1 World Champion.

Fans react to Max Verstappen’s win in a rain-curtailed Japanese GP

Fans were left wanting for more after the race was reduced to a short one due to inclement weather. Verstappen fans are however not complaining – it’s a double delight for Max and his fans.Let us take a look at some of the reactions from fans on Twitter.

“We should’ve raced for longer. Such a good race”, wrote a fan.

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“can’t believe we waited 2 hours for this, not even full wet”, wrote another disappointed fan.

“Im sorry but im starting to believe Verstappen is the greatest athlete of all time, don’t get me wrong guys like MJ, Schumacher & etc obviously had a better career and are one of the greatest of all times, but in terms of individual quality, race pace, IQ, Sir Max is the best”, read a tweet.

“Thats it. That seals the deal Im no longer formula 1 fan l’ve been a formula 1 fan since 2008 and been visiting a lot races now I’m taking my fanhood to moto gp where they actually know how to run a races in wet conditions”, tweeted another fan.

“Haha double world champion 🏆🏆🏆”, came a tweet from a delighted Verstappen fan.

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Sarbik Dutta

My heart races on the F1 track and tennis courts, translating the adrenaline of each moment into words. While F1's speed thrills and tennis's finesse captivate me, my passion doesn't stop there. As a devoted follower of cricket, football, and various Olympic sports, I find myself engulfed in the highs and lows of these games. Through my writing, I aim to share the stories behind the stats, the emotions fueling the victories, and the struggles that define the journey of athletes across diverse disciplines. Being a voice that echoes the fervor of these sports is a privilege I cherish every day.

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