HOCKENHEIM, Germany -- After Max Verstappen's second victory of the Red Bull-Honda era, the Japanese manufacturer couldn't help but make reference to one of Fernando Alonso's infamous put-down of its engine four years ago.
Verstappen claimed a stunning win at Hockenheim, which turned into an instant classic full of twists and turns and remarkable drama. It was his second win in the last three races and came with the added bonus of Red Bull's sister team Toro Rosso, also powered by Honda, claiming the final spot of the podium courtesy of Daniil Kvyat.
The Austrian Grand Prix was Honda's first F1 victory since the 2006 season, made all the more emotional after the difficult years the company endured as McLaren's engine supplier between 2014 and 2017.