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Max Verstappen cannot be ruled out of winning a fifth F1 drivers’ championship on the bounce, according to Johnny Herbert.
Johnny Herbert refuses to rule out Max Verstappen from winning a fifth consecutive F1 drivers’ championship, as the Dutchman has made a comeback in recent weeks. Verstappen’s two victories and two second places in the last four rounds have put him back in contention against Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in the McLaren MCL39. Despite being 63 points behind Piastri, Verstappen still has a chance due to the rapport he has built with the RB21, according to Herbert. Herbert emphasized that luck and the other two contenders taking points away from each other could work in Verstappen’s favor, but his comfort and harmony with the car are key factors. In Herbert’s opinion, the balance of Verstappen’s car is improving and his current harmony with it is crucial for his chances.
