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Both Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are among the sport’s most successful drivers – but a former driver has picked one over the other in his all-time ranking.
Former F1 driver David Coulthard ranked Max Verstappen over Lewis Hamilton in his all-time champion list during a Red Flags podcast, citing Verstappen’s grounded nature and growth potential.
Verstappen narrowly missed out on adding to his four titles in Abu Dhabi, finishing just two points behind Lando Norris.
Hamilton, the most successful driver with seven championships, is considered by Coulthard to be past his peak form, struggling in recent years at Mercedes and Ferrari.
Coulthard praised Verstappen’s development and ability to push boundaries, ultimately choosing him over Hamilton in a semi-final matchup.
Despite Hamilton’s unparalleled success, Coulthard believes Verstappen’s continual progress and potential make him the standout choice for the future of F1.
