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Max Verstappen entered the exclusive club of Formula 1 drivers with three or more World Championships this year after a dominant campaign behind the wheel of the RB19.
Red Bull Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey has praised Max Verstappen, stating that he possesses a trait reserved for “truly great drivers”. Verstappen had an incredibly successful season last year, winning 19 out of 22 races and securing his third Formula 1 World Championship. He currently sits third on the all-time win list, surpassing Sebastian Vettel. With Red Bull being the favorite for this year’s campaign, Verstappen has the potential to close in on the records of Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton. Newey has worked with high-profile names in the past and believes that Verstappen’s ability to control his pace behind the wheel is reminiscent of legendary drivers. Verstappen’s subconscious driving style allows him to focus on the car’s performance, adapt his driving and make necessary adjustments during the race. This ability to read the race and maintain a reserve of performance is what sets Verstappen apart and aligns him with other great drivers.
