Max Verstappen explains why F1 fans should appreciate Red Bull domination using Michael Jordan

While it is undeniable that Max Verstappen boasts a dedicated fandom that firmly supports him throughout every race, there is a sentiment among some that the excitement of the Grand Prix has lessened due to his consistent victories over the past seasons.

However, in a recent interview, the Dutch sensation dismissed these remarks by explaining what it means to be a true fan, emphasizing that genuine supporters stand by their favourite athlete regardless of how uneventful a race may seem, comparing himself to the legendary NBA player Michael Jordan.

Max Verstappen compares himself to Michael Jordan

At the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Max Verstappen faced a mix of cheers from his loyal fans and boos from those who were not supporting him when he received the award on the podium. Some people think that his consistent victories might be making each Grand Prix less interesting, leading to a smaller audience.

However, the 26-year-old refuses to believe that his success is negatively impacting the sport. He claims that a “real fan” appreciates an athlete’s efforts no matter how many times they’ve won in the past.

The Red Bull driver went on to draw a comparison between Red Bull’s dominance and the era when Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls ruled basketball.

He said, “The NBA survived when the Chicago Bulls were dominating. At the time, or even afterwards, people are like, ‘Oh, that was amazing’.”

“If you are a real fan of the sport, you should be able to appreciate a team doing very well.”

F1 analyst criticizes Max Verstappen Red Bull domination

Barton Crockett, a senior researcher analyst for Rosenblatt securities who covers Liberty Media, expressed concerns about Max Verstappen’s impact on the expansion of Formula One. In a TIME magazine feature about the Red Bull driver, Crockett stated, “As great as Verstappen is, right now he looks like the biggest risk to the business.” 

However, Formula 1’s popularity has not decreased dramatically yet. It generated $2.57 billion in revenue last year, marking a 44% increase since 2017. Las Vegas projects 105,000 spectators for each of the event’s three nights.

Moreover, it has been predicted that it will even have a more substantial economic impact than the upcoming Super Bowl held in the same city next year, proving Crockett’s predictions entirely wrong.

Will Verstappen’s victories in the future tend to have a substantial impact on the growth of F1 as stated by Crockett? Or will it be the exact opposite? Tell us in the comment section below.