Original sentence: Despite earning high praise and acclaim from Formula One drivers and experts in and out of the sport, Verstappen faced criticism for his exploits on the track, in the wake of the penalties he incurred during the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
Edited sentence: Despite earning high praise and acclaim from Formula One drivers and experts in and out of the sport, Verstappen has faced criticism for his exploits on the track.The Red Bull star faced strong criticism in the wake of the penalties he incurred during the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix