Max Verstappen was not short of support at Spa-Francorchamps this year, although it’s doubtful any of his fans were as well-armed as these two.
However the Red Bull driver’s race ended early due to yet another technical problem.
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jamiejay (@jamiejay995)
9th September 2017, 14:15
Verstappen brings his friends to the Renault workshop.
Jeroen
9th September 2017, 20:16
What do you mean by “have they arrested you Max?” ‘Of course not, I have arrested them!! I found them sneaking around my motorhome. Can you imagine “”They told me that they are Belgian soldiers!!.. can you believe that?? SOLDIERS! Just look at their PLASTIC Toy rifles! Ha.. soldiers my a…! Big fun anyway!
Adam (@rocketpanda)
9th September 2017, 14:17
Red Bull resorts to drastic measures to ward off interest from other teams.
Revenger210
9th September 2017, 18:55
Brilliant! XD
James
9th September 2017, 14:17
Not content with the results of his interchanges during races, Verstappen brings reinforcements.
Chip Hilton
9th September 2017, 14:21
OK, Dietrich, do you really want to hold me to that contract?
Cristiano Veloso (@carbonfibershredder)
9th September 2017, 14:26
So, I’ve heard you didn’t vote for me in the Driver Of The Day poll…
hzh (@hzh00)
9th September 2017, 14:28
Reb Bull prepare for a drastic change in their downforce concept for 2018.
Willie (@willienjg)
9th September 2017, 14:29
Renault CEO……Bring him in, I want him alive!!
bonbonai
9th September 2017, 15:11
Now, Cyril, these problems with my engine………………………..
Bart
9th September 2017, 14:33
Hey Felipe…
Bottas bouds
9th September 2017, 14:37
I was wondering how he always got driver of the day
AchtungPanzer
9th September 2017, 14:41
“When I said aim at the tires I did not meant mine… Hey! Keep smiling!”
Mach1 (@mach1)
9th September 2017, 14:46
It seems that Verstappen took Dr. Helmut Markos wise words and advice to heart:
“Verstappen, you are brilliant but impulsive, young and inexperienced so you must always take protection with you on a first date”
Ruben
9th September 2017, 15:01
Verstappen introducing the men who caused Ferrari’s punctures at Silverstone.
Will Wood (@willwood)
9th September 2017, 15:11
Renault were surprised to learn that when Max told them he wanted their engines to be ‘bulletproof’, he meant it literally.
Euro Brun (@eurobrun)
9th September 2017, 15:13
Max denied all knowledge about the latest Pirelli blow outs to affect his rivals
budchekov (@budchekov)
9th September 2017, 15:13
I thought the Battle of the Bulge ended in January 1945 ?
Hugh (@hugh11)
9th September 2017, 15:13
Verstappen hires some more… persuasive people to investigate his engine failures within the team
James Brickles (@brickles)
9th September 2017, 15:14
Verstappen pushed very hard during his first stint but as a result, his tyres were shot.
Euro Brun (@eurobrun)
9th September 2017, 15:14
When Renault said they would send reinforcements to Red Bull, this is not what Max had in mind…
Fresillo
9th September 2017, 15:23
This is the only way Max could have a shot at the title this year.
hzh (@hzh00)
9th September 2017, 17:20
Nice one 👍
Dynamite Clock (@dinaveer)
9th September 2017, 15:24
Max (in his mind): Soon, Daniel, your car will be mine.
hzh (@hzh00)
9th September 2017, 15:36
“I heard Maldonado is coming back”.
FJBH10 (@fjbh10)
9th September 2017, 22:03
Winner
John H (@john-h)
10th September 2017, 22:07
https://www.racefans.net/2015/05/12/top-ten-pictures-from-the-2015-spanish-grand-prix/motor-racing-formula-one-world-championship-spanish-grand-prix-practice-day-barcelona-spain-59/
Selbbin (@selbbin)
9th September 2017, 15:40
Having made the track safer with HALO the new FIA safety measures extend to the press circle.
Maciek (@maciek)
9th September 2017, 15:54
While thousands keep dying and arms producers rake in billions we still think army stuff is cool
hahahahaaaa! …oh dang no wait sorry that’s tragedy, lemme have another go:
Max prepares to lower F1 fuel costs by acquiring some oil wells in the middle east
Zim
10th September 2017, 8:15
I like both of those.
RP (@slotopen)
10th September 2017, 13:35
Not pictured: Max holding his fingers and toes as if ready to shift on a moment’s notice.
RP (@slotopen)
10th September 2017, 13:47
Note to the NSA, MI6, Doubleclick, or any other public or private entity tracking or interested in my online existence:
This is satire against Maciek’ s crazy and ungrateful attitude. I’m God loving, military supporting, and have an unshakable faith in capitalism.
CanadianJosh
9th September 2017, 15:55
Max laughing:” Atleast wait until he’s through Eau Rouge!”
PatoSheridan
9th September 2017, 15:55
Hey Christian Meet my mates!
on a completely unrelated note…
I really hope my engine doesnt blow up anymore
Josh (@canadianjosh)
9th September 2017, 15:56
Max laughing:”Atleast wait until he’s through Eau Rouge!”
To the Max !
9th September 2017, 16:01
Tensions between the Belgian and the Dutch government have reached a boiling point with both sides claiming Max has their nationality.
petebaldwin (@)
9th September 2017, 16:18
In an alternate universe where Bernie is still in control of F1:
Max Verstappen poses with two grid girls at the 2017 North Korean Grand Prix.
Josh (@canadianjosh)
9th September 2017, 18:15
Lol
Robbie (@robbie)
9th September 2017, 22:17
Me too lol.
Sensord4notbeingafanboi (@peartree)
10th September 2017, 2:27
Completely random. Loved it.
dave
13th December 2017, 14:46
lol
n0b0dy100
9th September 2017, 16:32
Christian Horner takes extreme measures to keep rival teams from taking his star driver.
Nick (@theawesomefish)
9th September 2017, 16:50
Okay, now the 2018 contract negotiations are getting completely out of hand.
Richard (@rick1984)
9th September 2017, 16:53
Max brought some ‘friends’ to his meeting with Renault
David (@davisp)
9th September 2017, 17:00
armed and fairly well equipped for a 19 year old. ain’t I? yeah… that’s not a phone in my pocket.
Apexor
9th September 2017, 17:04
Army guy on the right: I don’t like the way he’s touching me.
hahostolze (@hahostolze)
9th September 2017, 17:11
In his quest for world domination, young Max Verstappen may have gone overboard a bit
Placid (@placid)
9th September 2017, 17:15
After hearing that Helio is leaving the 4th car open, Max has brought his agent and his lawyer to discuss negotiations for a possible entry into Indy Car.
Roger: I see you have a possible open spot. Well I am your man. I can become the next face on the Borg-Warner trophy.
hzh (@hzh00)
9th September 2017, 17:26
Max starts negotiations for his 2018 F1 seat.
Cyberaxiom (@dave-m)
9th September 2017, 17:28
Max misunderstands Lewis’s tips on attracting Instagram followers by surrounding yourself with big shots.
Bram (@br444m)
9th September 2017, 20:06
Oh yes, hilarious!
James Brickles (@brickles)
9th September 2017, 18:00
Max Verstappen literally scoping the competition
Jimmi Cynic (@jimmi-cynic)
9th September 2017, 18:14
Having settled the rear gunner squabble with Daniel, Max puts his focus on the battle ahead.
Chad (@chaddy)
9th September 2017, 18:23
Christian, these gentlemen are here to make sure my car has no more unpleasant reliability issues…
Julian (Mr. Sakura) (@xiasitlo)
9th September 2017, 18:54
”Yes sir, even shoot the orange ones.”
”Really…? Fernando will brake down anyway.”
”No, FI gave me this idea, they paid me to keep them apart as well.”
Andrew
9th September 2017, 18:56
I’m going to complain to helmut marko
Jason
9th September 2017, 18:59
That man just in front is called Cyril. When my engine blows up next, he is the man you need to shoot.
mark jackson
9th September 2017, 18:59
Max brings his lawyers to Mercedes to negotiate a contract for Lewis’ seat.
Luis de la garza
9th September 2017, 19:01
Anyone wanna play bumper-cars?
Wesley (@)
9th September 2017, 19:06
“I told you daddy was mad. Now, lets go inspire the mechanics boys!”
Steven Robertson (@emu55)
9th September 2017, 19:16
Much hilarity ensued after Verstappen requested an SOS to Mercedes and Ferrari and due to a typo error, the SAS arrived instead.
Todfod (@todfod)
9th September 2017, 19:17
Max – “Sebastian.. I heard you had some issues with my driving”
Stephen Crowsen (@drycrust)
9th September 2017, 19:21
Max employs a new marketing team to help him get the Number 1 driver spot at Ferrari in 2019.
Stephen Crowsen (@drycrust)
9th September 2017, 19:31
Max employs “quality control experts” to improve the reliability of his Renault engines.
Stephen Crowsen (@drycrust)
9th September 2017, 19:40
Max’s “assistant steward’s” make sure his car passes scrutineering.
Rick (@)
9th September 2017, 19:56
Verstappen: “As long as you give me an engine that works, nobody gets hurt.”
Rick (@)
9th September 2017, 20:14
Verstappen: “So Cyril, I heard you said you don’t understand what I mean with ‘I rather have my engine blow up than software shutting it down’? Let me show you…”
Roth Man (@rdotquestionmark)
9th September 2017, 20:23
“That little Brazilian guy said your hats look funny.”
Josh (@canadianjosh)
9th September 2017, 22:53
Haha
Marian Gri (@)
9th September 2017, 20:48
Verstappen is caught sharing Ricciardo-like smiles at the premiere of the movie about ALO F1 carreer: ”F1 life of Fernando Alonso: a great driver, too many bad decisions. Worst part yet: Honda. Chapter: GP2 engine”
Djangles LeVaughn (@royal-spark)
9th September 2017, 20:50
“What the flippin’ heck did you say about me you little dog?!”
Max (@mhomega)
9th September 2017, 21:07
Max prepares for his confrontation with Felipe Massa
Mark Thomson (@melthom)
9th September 2017, 21:30
Max reveals how he got the teams attention on the technical issues.
Mark Thomson (@melthom)
9th September 2017, 21:32
Max message to RB: no tulips for you until you fix my car
Parsec
9th September 2017, 21:33
“So you think I’m too convinced of myself? could you repeat that Mr. Massa?”….
Mark Thomson (@melthom)
9th September 2017, 21:35
“Make my day, Marko”
Bryan (@ruz234014)
9th September 2017, 21:42
“So, they can let Sainz go but won’t let me go? Ok then.”
points to soldier on the left
“You get Helmut Marko.”
points to soldier on the right
“And you get Dietrich Mateschitz.”
Miltiadis (@miltosgreekfan)
9th September 2017, 21:44
“Tom Cruise,erhh Max Verstappen,introduces his new friends to Cyril Abiteboul & Sebastian Vettel”
Roth Man (@rdotquestionmark)
9th September 2017, 22:17
As Max’s frustrations build with Renault he proposes a new starter motor prod for his engine.
Understeer (@abdelilah)
9th September 2017, 22:58
Max to the Renault guys : I want you to fix my engine, NOW !
budchekov (@budchekov)
9th September 2017, 23:17
Go ahead, make my race.
Ganesh
10th September 2017, 0:02
NEWS:-
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has played down the significance of a meeting with Jos Verstappen at the Italian Grand Prix
.
MAX:- What do you say now Toto?
Apexor
10th September 2017, 0:30
Red Bull bringing out the big guns.
Sensord4notbeingafanboi (@peartree)
10th September 2017, 2:20
Max Verstappen private of the day.
F1junky
10th September 2017, 4:59
‘Max wants more money!!!’
Thedonz
10th September 2017, 6:16
Max: when I grow up I want to be a soldier, just like these guys.
Left soldier: Who is this?
Right soldier: just some kid, his dad must have brought him. Look there’s alonso let’s go see if we can get his autograph!
Thedonz
10th September 2017, 6:19
Max announces new contract: ….and the new military race team has promised me the largest engine on the field and the ability to crush the opposition.
Left soldier: what race team?
Right soldier: no idea, I was talking about driving tanks and changing the direction of his career and he said he wanted to enlist……
RP (@slotopen)
10th September 2017, 6:41
F1 Fanatic Headline from March 2019: Shocking new evidence has emeraged implicating defending WDC Max Versappen in Lewis Hamilton’s unfortunate 2017 incident with Belgian security forces.
marco berrevoets
10th September 2017, 7:43
verstappen defend hard on the left and the right.
Loup Garou (@loup-garou)
10th September 2017, 8:24
Mad Max tried to pass them both around the next corner, lost control and the soldiers ended up shooting each other!
PS: The Stewards decided that it was a “racing incident”. No further action.
Warner (@warner16)
10th September 2017, 10:44
Verstappen – “At least these guns won’t break down on us guys.”
Psolarhido
10th September 2017, 10:57
Hey Danny, these are the dudes I was telling you about. They’ll take care of your telemetry from now on. Cheers mate!
WimB
10th September 2017, 12:20
After trying out some camouflage liveries in winter testing, Red Bull takes it to the next level as their teen star introduces next year’s pit crew gear, complete with oddly lifelike wheel guns.
nmsi (@nmsi)
10th September 2017, 13:47
Max brings his opinions to Red Bull – McLaren negotiations about swapping engine deals.
Carlos Oliden
10th September 2017, 14:01
So you don’t like how I defend my position, Seb?
erikje
10th September 2017, 16:34
The other drivers wanted more control over Max Verstappen.
Proteus (@proteus)
10th September 2017, 18:10
“Boys, next one who makes a contact with me on the track will be shot on sight.”
Paul
10th September 2017, 18:30
You call them guns. You should see these beauties!!
Stephen Crowsen (@drycrust)
10th September 2017, 19:25
Max, remembering the way the Ferrari mechanics looked at him after the Mexican GP last year, decided he needed “insurance” while at the Italian GP.
Dom (@3dom)
10th September 2017, 20:13
After his meeting with Rémi Taffin, Max suspected a significant upturn in engine reliability
Ludwig_M
10th September 2017, 20:42
“Well, despite all reliability problems, I just soldier on…”
John H (@john-h)
10th September 2017, 22:17
“Totonator, I’m ready for you”
Brian (@flyinglapct)
10th September 2017, 23:15
“Okay guys, do you understand what I’m saying this time? Take out the 3 car. Not the 33 car…the 3 car. Remember…one 3…not two 3’s. Do I have to write this down for you?”
Ashwin (@redbullf1)
11th September 2017, 16:22
Max to Engineers ” Ok guys next time my engine fails you know who to talk to ;) “
Aa
12th September 2017, 3:20
Meet Max’s army, the men more dangerous then Max’s defensive moves!
Mioki (@okif1)
12th September 2017, 13:29
These bodyguards are the reason why Marko and Horner don’t even think to reply to me when I say something inconvenient to Red Bull. Sainz didn’t have a set of these.
Jack Price
3rd October 2017, 22:10
Max realised it would take more than avoiding manoeuvres to keep angry Brazilians away after his massa comment
Alfredo von
14th October 2017, 14:23
No more Shoeys, Daniel…