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Super Max sends another message to Lewis and Red Bull

BUDAPEST, Hungary - It seemed like a long time coming, but Max Verstappen has finally claimed a pole position in Formula One.

While it ended the tedious speculation over when he would finally get it done, it also sets up a fascinating prospect for tomorrow's Hungarian Grand Prix. It also comes at a time people some are debating whether Verstappen is the best driver in F1 right now and others are wondering where his future lies... Our round-up from qualifying must start with the Dutch sensation.

Super Max: It wasn't long ago people were calling Verstappen 'Mad Max' -- it was a label which annoyed the Dutchman and his Red Bull team, but reflected the fact that his early years were littered with incidents.