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Former F1 driver Stoffel Vandoorne has ranked Max Verstappen above a fellow four-time world champion.
Aston Martin reserve driver Stoffel Vandoorne has ranked Max Verstappen above Sebastian Vettel, describing the reigning champion as a “step ahead”. Verstappen secured his fourth consecutive F1 drivers’ title in 2024, matching Vettel’s achievement at Red Bull from 2010-2013. Verstappen, at 27 years old, has surpassed Vettel in titles and victories for Red Bull, becoming the most successful Red Bull F1 driver. Vandoorne, a former McLaren driver, finds comparing the two drivers challenging but personally places Verstappen ahead. Verstappen’s most recent title is considered remarkable due to Red Bull’s issues during the season. Vandoorne, now racing in Formula E and the World Endurance Championship, regards Verstappen’s most recent title as highly as his first in 2021. Vandoorne believes Max is ahead of Vettel and finds Max’s recent win particularly special compared to his previous championships.
