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Verstappen passes driving test six months after F1 debut

He’s been in 14 F1 Grands Prix, but Max Verstappen is now legally permitted to drive on public roads.

TORRO ROSSO DRIVER Max Verstappen has passed his driving test - six months after competing in his first Formula One Grand Prix.

Verstappen, who also turned 18 on Wednesday, gained his FIA Super Licence last year, but remained unable to legally drive on public roads.

But, after five hours of lessons in 10 days, Verstappen – F1′s youngest-ever driver – successfully obtained his driving licence.

“It’s great to be 18 and to have a driving licence,” he said on his website. “That I’m finally allowed on the road on my own gives me more independence, which is great! I have to say it’s a relief to pass the test.

“If I want to go somewhere on my own, at least now I’m able to jump in my Renault Clio RS and go. That sense of liberty feels great.

“I was a bit nervous to make mistakes but the exam went well.”

Verstappen has impressed during his debut season in F1, finishing fourth in Hungary in July.

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    Mute Irishoversea
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    Aug 24th 2015, 5:56 PM

    Was never going to happen he’s a really top player for Madrid and would be a step down joining Arsenal in terms of winning leagues and champions league.. Also Arsenal are always to scared to spend the money needed for a player like this never going to happen..

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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:00 PM

    If he was to choose arsenal or United I know what one he’d pick..

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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:02 PM

    This got nothing to do with United lol

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    Mute Dave Murray
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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:02 PM

    Spot on Irish.

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    Mute Supernova
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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:04 PM

    Must saying Irish… #pedro

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    Mute Supernova
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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:04 PM

    Just *

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    Mute Irishoversea
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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:05 PM

    He joined Chelsea not Arsenal haha

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    Mute Supernova
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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:07 PM

    I know but he should of signed for United ;)

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    Mute Irishoversea
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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:13 PM

    U think he should of? Fair enough I see why bigger club.. Shame United didn’t meet the release clause they may regret it.. Still tho Arsenal still Danny Welback?

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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:13 PM

    Or Welbeck did United get £17million for him?

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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:15 PM

    Welbeck is a great addition to any squad, does a lot of dirty work for the team and is unselfish. He’s not a striker though. He plays better on the left

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    Mute Supernova
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    Aug 24th 2015, 5:53 PM

    Well that’s that done. I was never one to believe media hype but I will admit they got me with this one.. F**** you media. But if arsenal don’t get a striker we can forget about challenging for the league

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    Aug 24th 2015, 6:02 PM

    Thank feck that’s over!! Gutted that it’s not happening though! Get the finger out Wenger

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