The Grudge: Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen (Vice TV, Wednesday, June 4, 2025)

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Vice TV’s The Grudge sets its sights on one of Formula 1’s most ferocious rivalries this Wednesday, and motorsports fans won’t want to miss it. Airing at 10:00 PM ET, Lewis Hamilton vs. Max Verstappen revisits their brutal two-year clash, exploring the high-stakes competition and personal animosity that gripped the world of F1.

The episode rewinds to 2021, where Hamilton’s chase for a record eighth title slams head-on into Verstappen’s own campaign for his first. The Grudge, which unpacks legendary sports conflicts fueled by ego, past conflicts, and a fierce will to win, frames the rivalry through several lenses: Hamilton’s quest to cement his status as an all-time great, Verstappen’s determination to stake his own claim, and the pressure cooker of global competition where split-second decisions can make or break a legacy.

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The series has excelled at exposing the human side of what makes these grudge matches so compelling—and combustible. Expect this week’s hour to keep the gas pedal down, chronicling a sports rivalry that continues to resonate within the world of racing.

The Grudge airs Wednesdays at 10:00 PM ET on Vice TV.

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