P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Can Max Verstappen overhaul Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris over the second half of the season?
In Formula 1’s 75-year history, only one driver has managed to win five consecutive championships, and that was Michael Schumacher during his Ferrari era from 2000 to 2004. Sebastian Vettel and Lewis Hamilton were close contenders but stumbled at the final hurdles. Max Verstappen is now striving to achieve a similar feat. Vettel secured four titles in a row from 2010 to 2013 before facing setbacks due to engine regulations in 2014. Hamilton’s potential five-title streak was interrupted by the controversial end to the 2021 season, won by Verstappen. Verstappen has since dominated but currently trails behind Piastri and Norris in the ongoing season. While it may seem like a two-way battle, unforeseen developments could give Verstappen a chance to alter the course of the championship. Although a long shot, Verstappen’s determination and talent should not be discounted. Feel free to share your predictions in the RacingNews365 poll.
