P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen has won 23 of the last 28 races in F1 – and doesn’t feel the need for outside validation.
Max Verstappen finds the challenge of pushing himself to deliver top performance for Red Bull more motivating than any competition from rivals. He has been dominant since the introduction of ground-effects rules in 2022, winning 38 out of 50 races and is on track to secure his fourth consecutive world championship. While facing occasional competition from drivers like Leclerc and Norris, Verstappen believes his biggest challenge is maximizing his own potential. He rejects the notion that his victories have been easy, emphasizing the constant effort he puts in each race weekend. Despite his strong start in 2024, Verstappen acknowledges the improved competitiveness of other teams this season, expecting a closer competition overall compared to the previous year.
