Max Verstappen has been a phenomenal driver since his early stages of driving. The Dutchman is leading Red Bull with his outstanding capabilities as a one-man army. From winning back-to-back podiums to securing his third title, he has done it all.
The question lies in whether or not he will be able to continue to lead the team, regardless of who his partner is in the future.
Exploring Max Verstappen and Red Bull’s dominance prospects
The future is unpredictable; however, having a sensational driver like Max Verstappen really pushes the team to their best condition. Max has clinched his third championship title at the Qatar Grand Prix, making history. With Daniel Ricciardo gone, his competition has reduced too. Oscar Piastri is trying his best to have a heated battle with the Dutch; however, Red Bull’s dominant era would not end any soon until Verstappen is on their team.
Segio Perez has been delivering terrible performances in the last few seasons, contributing very little to the team. Regardless, his form has not affected the team’s performance as the three-time World Champion has always carried the whole team by only his performance.
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With the upcoming changes in the technology of the car, the updates are going to be more beneficial for the young driver, as it is going to assist him a lot while battling on the ground.
Therefore, in the upcoming years like 2024, 2025, it is very likely that Red Bull’s dominance will stay where it is. The only thing that is going to change is Verstappen’s partner, as it is extremely tedious to keep up with an all rounder.
Are Verstappen’s opponents about to capture him?
The only driver that could keep up with Verstappen’s performance was Daniel Ricciardio, but that too, was over a decade ago. Verstappen has improved and polished his skills ever since then. After the surgery, Ricciardo lacks the proper training and the same passion which made him win a couple of years back. Therefore, challenging Verstappen’s capabilities in his comeback is quite uncertain too.
Yuki Tsunoda is an incredible driver, however, he lacks the qualities it takes to beat the hulk of the Industry. Liam Lawson’s expertise in navigating challenging circuits is truly commendable, although, despite all of those outstanding qualities, he is more likely to be a memorable driver in the F1 Industry rather than truly challenging Verstappen.
Must be fun being from the Netherlands. If one sportsman isn't dominating another one is. F1 and darts for example
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Max Verstappen and Michael van Gerwen. They don't just win. They have to demolise their opponents.
While Oscar Piastri has won his first podium of the season, the young driver’s proficiency is still, yet to explore.
None of the young drivers of the next generation in Formula 2 or 3 have the spark it needs to be called the next hulk of the Industry. Therefore, it is believed that Verstappen’s dominance in the Industry will be long-lasting, filled with nothing but glory and honour.
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