Max Verstappen hits out at ‘disgusting’ abuse towards his family

Max Verstappen was furious with the reaction to his drive in Brazil (Kamran Jebreili/AP)

Max Verstappen has told the world of Formula One not to go after his family, describing social media abuse following last weekend’s Brazilian Grand Prix as “unacceptable” and “disgusting”.

Verstappen was criticised in Interlagos after he refused a Red Bull team order to yield sixth place to Sergio Perez on the last lap.