P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Every F1 team searches for that perfect driver, a legend in the making that they can snap up all for themselves as Red Bull did with Max Verstappen.
Every F1 team is on the hunt for the next legendary driver like Max Verstappen, a driver who can become a truly iconic figure for their team.
Mercedes regret not signing Verstappen earlier in his career, and have been attempting to secure his services ever since.
When Toto Wolff couldn’t land Verstappen after Hamilton’s departure, they signed young talent Kimi Antonelli, touted as the ‘next Verstappen’.
Antonelli’s rookie season, with highs like pole position in Miami and a podium in Montreal, has also been marred by mistakes, leading to doubts about his potential compared to Verstappen.
Despite the comparisons, Antonelli’s struggles in F1 have prompted discussions about his future and whether he can still live up to the expectations set for him.
