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Jacques Villeneuve has credited Max Verstappen with a stunning achievement in the first part of an exclusive interview with RacingNews365.
Jacques Villeneuve declared Max Verstappen the king-maker responsible for Red Bull’s success, stating the Dutchman “made that team champions.” The Canadian emphasized Verstappen as the “key factor” in Red Bull’s recent dominance during an exclusive interview with RacingNews365. Red Bull secured consecutive constructors’ championships in 2022 and 2023, alongside Verstappen’s four F1 drivers’ titles. The team and driver achieved a record-breaking season in 2023, winning 21 out of 22 races, with Verstappen claiming 19 victories. Despite McLaren potentially regaining dominance, the RB19 led to record points for Red Bull and Verstappen in both championships. Villeneuve highlighted Verstappen’s impact, stating the 27-year-old “carried” Red Bull through their successful period, dismissing claims that driver input is less critical in the current F1 era.
