Motor racing-Horner hails Verstappen's 'insane' pole lap


Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 11, 2021 Red Bull's Max Verstappen during the press conference after qualifying FIA/Handout via REUTERS

(Reuters) - Max Verstappen's pole position lap at the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was 'insane' and one of his best of the season, Red Bull team boss Christian Horner said on Saturday.

The Dutch 24-year-old was more than three tenths of a second quicker than title rival Lewis Hamilton, the seven-times world champion who will line up alongside on the front row for Mercedes.

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