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Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen's thrilling Formula One rivalry this season reached new heights on Sunday during the inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
In a thrilling contest in Jeddah, the two F1 title chasers shared the Grand Prix lead, controversial moments and thrilling standing start moments as the Briton levelled the drivers' standings ahead of next weekend's finale.
Sunday's race saw two red flags, multiple virtual safety car interventions and five drivers dropping out before Hamilton reached the chequered flag ahead of his Dutch rival, who had suddenly dropped off.
Lewis Hamilton (front) edged Max Verstappen (back) in Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
The Briton (right) managed to level the F1 drivers' standings ahead of next week's finale
From rants down the team radio to a stunning collision in the most bizarre of circumstances, Sportsmail looks at how Verstappen and Hamilton's rivalry unfolded on Sunday...
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With Hamilton leading and Verstappen third, Mick Schumacher hits the wall hard and the yellow flag is waved. Both Mercedes drivers pit for tyres but Verstappen stays out, allowing him to take the lead.
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The debris takes too long to clear and the race is red-flagged, meaning Verstappen can