I actually like Verstappen for the same reason most hate him. Maybe it's because you guys have been following longer and understand the nuances more. But as a newbie last season I almost gave up on the sport due to the glorified parade races with little movement or excitement.
Really glad I stuck with it, but a big part of that was having an emotional, talented young driver in Verstappen who didn't play nice due to his passion and drive to win. Sure as a purist it probably comes off arrogant and unsportsmanlike, but to a casual fan it was something actually happening from time to time. Made it more exciting.
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