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Lewis Hamilton is one F1 drivers’ title away from becoming an unprecedented eight-time Formula 1 world champion. Could he reach the milestone this year with Ferrari?
Former F1 driver Jacques Villeneuve believes that winning the F1 drivers’ title this year will not automatically make Lewis Hamilton the greatest driver of all time. Villeneuve argues that due to the constant evolution of cars in the sport, it is impossible to pinpoint a single greatest driver. Hamilton is on the verge of securing an unprecedented eighth title, surpassing Michael Schumacher’s record. Villeneuve notes the significant changes in regulations across Hamilton’s career, highlighting the shift from V8 engines to the current V6 hybrid turbo power units. The evolution of F1, with frequent regulation changes, impacts drivers differently, aligning better with certain driving styles like that of Max Verstappen. Villeneuve recognizes the brilliance of past champions like Jackie Stewart and Emerson Fittipaldi, emphasizing the challenges they faced in their respective eras with higher risks and fewer races compared to modern times.
