Nico Rosberg urges Lando Norris to be tougher against Max Verstappen

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Nico Rosberg urges Lando Norris to be tougher against Max Verstappen
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Nico Rosberg has expressed frustration over Lando Norris's racing style against Max Verstappen, suggesting he needs to adopt a more aggressive approach. Rosberg draws parallels between his own career and Norris's ongoing rivalry with Verstappen, emphasizing that Norris has often lost in wheel-to-wheel battles. He believes an assertive maneuver, even at the risk of collision, could signal a shift in their dynamic. Norris recently edged Verstappen by two points in the 2025 championship, but the two have experienced contentious racing incidents in previous seasons.

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  • Nico Rosberg comments on Lando Norris's racing against Max Verstappen.
  • Norris narrowly beat Verstappen in the 2025 championship.
  • Rosberg suggests Norris needs to adopt a tougher racing style.
  • Controversial incidents have characterized their recent races.
  • Rosberg emphasizes the need for Norris to establish respect on track.
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Nico Rosberg says F1 world champion Lando Norris needs to stop being so ‘nice’ when he’s racing Max Verstappen. Over the last couple of years, a rivalry has grown between Norris and Verstappen due to their key roles in the F1 title race.

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