THE FLYING DUTCHMAN

Max makes short work of Norris in record time

- by DANIEL MOXON

ONE day after Max Verstappen officially became the fastest man in Formula One history, the Dutchman spearheaded the sport’s shortest-ever race.

It took Verstappen just one hour, 13 minutes and 23 seconds to reach the chequered flag ahead of Lando Norris.

The latest Italian Grand Prix was completed almost a full minute quicker than the 2003 Monza race, which saw Michael Schumacher fly to victory.

Verstappen broke the lap record to beat both McLarens to pole but lost the lead straight away.

Norris got the better start but went onto the grass, the Brit accusing the four-time champion of pushing him off track.

He was even more irate when Verstappen then cut the first corner chicane, prompting the McLaren man to blast his “idiot” rival over the radio.

Red Bull, knowing a penalty was coming, ordered their driver to give up the lead.