Hill cautions Verstappen against radio rage

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Damon Hill has urged Max Verstappen to keep his anger under wraps and refrain from leashing out some colorful language over his team's radio.

The Red Bull driver wasn't happy when he was jumped by his team mate in Monaco following a better executed strategy, expressing his rage with an outburst over the radio.

While Red Bull boss Christian Horner did not hold the Dutchman's effusion against him, 1996 world champion Damon Hill begged to differ.

"Every driver must realise that in Formula 1 today, almost all the radio traffic is broadcast live on television," Hill said.

"You should keep an eye on your words. Max was over the edge in Monaco. He should be aware that there are young viewers that hear these things also."

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But Hill, who is a big fan of the Dutch prodigy, believes Verstappen will learn from his tumultuous flare-up.

"Max has certainly learned from Monaco that there is always some friction between the team and a driver when the strategy does not work out.

"Despite his young age, Verstappen is very mature. He brings the excitement and passion in the sport. The Monaco obstacle can also be ticked off the list now, he will only get better."

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.