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Verstappen doesn’t need competition ‘to get the best out of myself’
Max Verstappen became a three-time champion in Formula 1, tying the record for the joint earliest title win in the sport’s history. He secured his 14th victory of the year, just one shy of his record from last year, with five races to go. Verstappen attributes his success to his accumulated experience, making him a more well-rounded driver. Despite his dominance and the lack of competition, Verstappen believes he doesn’t need external or internal competition to perform at his best, as he puts pressure on himself to excel. He highlights his wins in Miami, Spa, Zandvoort, and Suzuka as memorable moments of the season. Verstappen’s mindset remains the same even after sealing the championship, as he continues to chase victories. He joins an elite group of 11 three-time title winners in the sport and is closing in on reaching 50 race victories. Verstappen acknowledges that future achievements depend on the competitiveness of his car.
Source: Motorsport Week
