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Last season, Max Verstappen took his third world title already at the age of 26. Comparisons with Formula 1’s greatest drivers have been made for years. But how do the 26-year-old Verstappen’s achievements compare to the likes of Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton when they were 26?
Max Verstappen had a dominant season in F1 last year, breaking multiple records with 19 wins from 22 races. He had 10 consecutive victories and won his third consecutive Drivers’ title. At just 26 years old, Verstappen already has more wins than Sebastian Vettel and is well ahead of Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton in terms of wins and titles. Verstappen’s contract with Red Bull runs until 2028, and he could potentially add more titles to his tally before the regulation changes in 2026. However, it remains to be seen if he will remain motivated and perform at the highest level after the rule changes.
