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The Belgian Grand Prix further highlighted that Max Verstappen no longer has it all his own way.
Former F1 driver turned co-commentator Martin Brundle believes that Max Verstappen’s dominant days are over, evident in his recent difficulties at the Belgian Grand Prix where he was unable to achieve a third consecutive victory after starting from a grid penalty. In the previous years, Verstappen showcased remarkable performances, even starting from low grid positions and still managing to secure wins. This year, despite starting from a promising position, Verstappen could only settle for fourth place. Brundle noted that Red Bull’s dominance seems to have dwindled, as Verstappen struggled to make his way through the field. Surprising outcomes, such as George Russell’s disqualification and Lewis Hamilton’s unexpected win, added to the unpredictability of the race weekend. Brundle also expressed astonishment at how the expected high tyre wear did not materialize during the race, showcasing the unpredictability of Formula 1 events.
