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Gabriel Bortoleto believes Max Verstappen has made his position clear in 2025, whether he wins the title or not.
Gabriel Bortoleto believes that Max Verstappen has demonstrated himself to be the “best driver” of the 2025 F1 season, irrespective of whether he secures the championship title. Verstappen is among the top three contenders in Abu Dhabi, where he at least needs a podium finish to challenge Lando Norris’s 12-point lead. Verstappen must either win with Norris in fourth place or lower, finish second with Norris in eighth or lower, or place third with Norris in ninth or lower. Despite McLaren possessing the fastest car, Verstappen has fought his way back into the championship race with five wins in eight races since the Italian GP. Bortoleto, a Stake driver, asserts that Verstappen has earned the label of ‘best driver’ in 2025, regardless of winning the title, given his impressive performances and limited mistakes throughout the season. According to Bortoleto, the competition remains tight, but Verstappen’s consistent driving and fewer errors have been instrumental in making him the deserving candidate for the title, especially in a challenging machine this season.
