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“The good thing about the Max has in his favour is he’s probably the best racing driver that’s ever raced in a Formula 1 car.”
In discussing a possible switch to Mercedes, Jenson Button, the 2009 F1 world champion, praised Max Verstappen as potentially the best racing driver in Formula 1 history.
There have been strong rumors linking Verstappen with a move to Mercedes, intensified by conversations between the team and Verstappen’s camp prior to the Austrian Grand Prix.
Speculation has peaked ahead of the upcoming Silverstone race weekend, with reports suggesting Verstappen had agreed to join Mercedes, a claim disputed by De Telegraaf’s Erik van Haren.
While Verstappen’s contract with Red Bull runs until 2028, there are suggestions of an exit clause, leading to interest from Mercedes and Aston Martin, given his talent and potential availability.
Button acknowledged that Verstappen is highly coveted due to his exceptional driving skills and speculated on the challenges Verstappen faces in deciding his future, especially considering the speed of the Mercedes power unit.
