It was the final race of the 2021 Formula 1 world championship, Max Verstappen, your teammate, was tied with Lewis Hamilton in the driver standings.

When Max finally took the checkered flag, you couldn't help but smile to yourself, the eruption of cheers from the crowd echoed through the paddock.

You brought your car into the pits. And as you removed your helmet, you glanced over to see Max's car pulling into the winner's circle. His father, usually stoic in the paddock, rushed to his side and pulled him into a tight embrace. "Max, you did it.." Max's composure cracked ever so slightly. His eyes glistened with tears of joy and relief.

You were standing a few meters away, observing Max's emotions.