Frustrated by Max Verstappen’s Dominance, George Russell & Lewis Hamilton Spill Bottled Up Emotions in Humorous Confession

In the current season, Max Verstappen and RBR have set the track ablaze with an unmatched level of dominance. However, it’s essential to remember that Mercedes held a firm grip on the sport for a remarkable period from 2014 to 2021. During those years, Mercedes secured an unprecedented streak of championship wins, with Lewis Hamilton claiming multiple titles. In 2021, RBR finally broke Mercedes’ era of dominance, and Max Verstappen emerged as a serious contender for the championship, as he clinched his 1st F1 championship, dethroning the Mercedes juggernaut.

As the season progresses, the records in F1 are being rewritten, primarily due to the relentless efforts of Max Verstappen. Verstappen’s prowess on the track has earned him a staggering 44 F1 victories, 7 consecutive wins, and 9 overall so far this season making him a formidable force in the championship. Whereas Red Bull has won all the races of the season, the recent Hungarian GP showcased yet another dominant performance from Verstappen, who secured an impressive win with a massive 34-second gap to the P2 finisher, and 8-tenths faster than anyone else in the Belgian GP qualifying, despite a 5 place grid penalty.

However, even with this disadvantage, Verstappen’s form and Red Bull’s prowess make them the favorites to continue their winning streak. Whereas Mercedes seem to be struggling to understand their W14, its unpredictability makes it difficult for drivers to find pace. In an engaging fan zone interaction, both Lewis Hamilton and George Russell candidly expressed their thoughts on Verstappen and Red Bull’s domination. George Russell playfully suggested that “Formula One would be so exciting if Max and Red Bull won’t be here at the moment.”

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Lewis Hamilton echoed Russell’s sentiments, acknowledging the challenge of closing the gap with Red Bull but also expressing his excitement about securing pole position and being close to the top spot. Both drivers playfully teased the idea of a more level playing field without Verstappen’s overwhelming presence, but their boss knows the reality.

Toto Wolff Concedes Max Verstappen’s Dominance

Max Verstappen’s remarkable pace in Friday’s qualifying session was nothing short of awe-inspiring, propelling him to pole position with an astonishing eight-tenths advantage over Charles Leclerc. However, a gearbox penalty meant he would start the race from P6, but Toto Wolff remains cautious of the Dutchman’s untouchable pace.

Toto Wolff finds solace in Mercedes’ progress this season. Looking back at their performance at the same circuit last year, Wolff acknowledges the significant step forward they have made. With Lewis Hamilton securing the fourth fastest time in qualifying, Mercedes is closer to their rivals than before, providing hope for a thrilling contest. The Mercedes strategy team deserves accolades for their tactical acumen, deftly navigating the changing track conditions during qualifying. Wolff, known for his hands-on approach to strategy discussions, praises their efforts and admits that his input might have led to a different outcome.

What do you think will Verstappen win from P6 and will it be an easy win?

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