Max Verstappen sees off Lewis Hamilton to win thrilling United States Grand Prix

JUST IN TIME: Max Verstappen (left) overtook Lewis Hamilton (right) six laps from the end to win on Sunday. Pic: Charlie Neibergall/AP

Max Verstappen passed Lewis Hamilton with six laps remaining to win a thrilling United States Grand Prix and deny the Mercedes driver his first win of the season.

Verstappen appeared on course to sail to the chequered flag and emulate Michael Schumacher and Sebastian Vettel by taking a record-equalling 13 victories in a single year.