Listen to this article The documentary series that follows grand prix racing has proved to be a huge hit in attracting new audiences to F1 since it was first launched in 2019. However, some overdramatisation of storylines, and the way it has exaggerated rivalries, has led to some kick back from fans and drivers. World champion Max Verstappen in particular has refused to take part in the series because of what he thinks is too many falsehoods. “They faked a few rivalries which they don’t really exist,” Verstappen said in an interview with the Associated Press last year. “So I decided to not be a part of it and did not give any more interviews after that because then there is nothing you can show.” F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali is well aware of the benefits that the Netflix series has brought to the sport, but equally understands why some drivers do not like the way they can be portrayed. He …