Despite Breaking Michael Schumacher’s Record, Max Verstappen’s “Dominance” Claims Shot Down in Flames

The F1 season of 2022 has come to a successful end. And before the next year stirs up a new storm, the F1 world reflects on the wonderful season that just passed us by.

Motorsports.com took the initiative to visit the Sporting Director of the Dutch Grand Prix, Jan Lammers, to have an intensive discussion regarding the season that was. And Jan was more than delighted to indulge in the activity of reminiscing and celebrating the victories that took place because of the abundant talent on the field.

Speaking of talent, Jan looked at Max Verstappen‘s journey and pointed out the amount of hard work the Dutch Lion has put in this season. Acknowledging his record-breaking fifteen wins, Jan stated that usually, a win like that is only possible through utmost dominance. However, such wasn’t the case with the Red Bull golden boy.

Further, in the interview, he said, “I don’t know if we all realize how special this year was. Of course we have the record with 15 victories from Max. That is really special. Usually such victories come from dominance. The most special thing of all is Max hasn’t dominated.”

“The last few races seemed easy but he still had to fight for it and even started the season with a bit of adversity. When you look at all the races won that way, then that is very special. Every motorsport enthusiast should be grateful that you are part of this generation.” [Translated from Google]

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Lammer wasn’t surprised at Max’s excellence, though. He believes that he was always this way.

Max Verstappen’s consistency enamored Jan Lammers

The Dutch Grand Prix’s sporting principal, Jan Lammers, was all praises for the Dutchman. He believes that the focus, dedication, and consistency that Verstappen projects are rare. However, it wasn’t limited to just the last season. In fact, he emphasizes that it has always been a part of who he is.

He explained, “You often want to be the fastest in the first round on Friday. But people who get older just realize that they only have to be one meter ahead and that’s Sunday afternoon.”

“Max is someone who is always there and always on. George Russell comes closest in that regard. He’s also a consistent performer. Statistically, it was Max’s best season, but I think he’s always been that way,” he said, in conclusion.

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Max Verstappen has undoubtedly been a reigning champion because of his undue diligence and focus. With the determination that Max holds, and the goals that he aspired to achieve, what will 2023 look like for him?