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Montoya Fillets Verstappen: 'What Is There to Complain About?'
Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has publicly questioned a recent complaint from Max Verstappen, wondering what exactly there was to complain about.
By Hans van den Broekma - 2026-07-15T14:40:24.000Z - 1 min read
The Formula 1 paddock is full of opinions, but when Juan Pablo Montoya speaks up, people listen. The Colombian, himself known for his fierce and direct driving style, recently expressed astonishment over remarks made by Max Verstappen.
Montoya's point focused specifically on the reigning world champion's tirade. Without detailing the exact nature of Verstappen's discontent, the core of his message was clear: why complain about this?
Montoya has never shied away from voicing his unvarnished opinion, both on and off the track. Now it is Verstappen's turn to receive criticism from the former Williams and McLaren driver, who seemingly views the issue as unnecessary.
His comments put driver behavior and communication back on the agenda. For some, complaining is an expression of passion; for Montoya, it is apparently above all a sign of unnecessary drama.