Mexico City: Max Verstappen moved into Formula One's climate change debate yesterday, saying the racing series should "not over-react or be a drama queen". The Dutchman took an alternative position to Lewis Hamilton after the Englishman had defended his social media postings on switching to a vegan diet and protecting the environment.

Verstappen said: "Yeah, I like fuel. Can I say that? I don't like electric stuff. Well, I like my little electric moped at home, but not for an F1 car. "I know the environment is very important, but F1 has been around for a long time as well and I don't think we should over-react or be drama queen about it." Speaking ahead of Sunday's Mexico Grand Prix he added: "Just get on with it. If you don't like it, don't watch it...."