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Steiner ranks Verstappen and Vettel but gives damning verdict
Ex-Formula 1 boss Guenther Steiner expressed a critical view on the legacies of Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel, two legendary drivers for Red Bull with four championship victories each. While Vettel won his titles consecutively from 2010 to 2013, Verstappen claimed his from 2021 to 2024. Vettel’s performance dipped in 2014 due to struggles with adapting to new regulations, leading to his move to Ferrari. Despite Vettel’s success, Steiner suggests that Verstappen’s ability to perform well even without the best car sets him apart as a driver. Steiner’s comments imply that he believes Verstappen is in a league of his own, surpassing Vettel in talent and adaptability in Formula 1.
