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Max Verstappen sealed yet another stamp in the history books. Riding high on the waves of success after his victory in the Qatar Sprint, Verstappen clinched his third world title with six races to spare in the 2023 Formula 1 season. With this achievement, he proudly joins the league of racing luminaries like Jack Brabham, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Nelson Piquet, and the unforgettable Ayrton Senna.
Italian dailies couldn’t get enough of this Red Bull sensation. While some pointed out Verstappen’s F1 journey transformed from being the “underage bad boy” to a mature racer who calculates every move. He’s not just a force to be reckoned with – he’s an “insatiable cannibal” on the tracks. But it was Fulvio Solms’s statement in the Corriere dello Sport that truly captured the essence of Max’s dominance…
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“Ruthless like no one. I’ve never seen a driver like this and it’s true, but he was also lucky enough to drive one of the strongest cars ever to appear on the track. Perfect combination of two factors and then unprecedented mental solidity. More than Schumacher and Hamilton, who have won seven titles.”
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L’agiografia di Verstappen sulla stampa italiana: “Veloce come Senna, più solido di Schumacher e Hamilton” https://t.co/odQ68wx7f8
— FormulaPassion.it (@FormulaPassion) October 8, 2023
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While Lewis Hamilton‘s seven championships are undoubtedly a testament to his incredible talent, Verstappen’s “ruthless” drive, and unyielding focus prove that it’s not just about the number of titles but the indomitable spirit that stands tall in the face of competition.
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With Max’s era seemingly just beginning, the world waits to see what this “cannibal of history” will devour next!
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Don’t you think, one thing is clear, Max Verstappen is charging full-throttle towards being counted among the F1 greats? With three championships now under his belt, whispers of him joining the ranks of legends like Lewis Hamilton, Michael Schumacher, and others are getting louder. Though Hamilton and Schumacher still proudly wear the crown of the joint record for F1 titles, 2023 seems to be painting a Red Bull-tinted picture.
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F1 Italian Grand Prix 2023 Qualifying Nico Rosberg before qualifying ahead of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix at Autodromo Nazionale di Monza in Monza, Italy on September 2, 2023. Monza Italy PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxFRA Copyright: xJakubxPorzyckix originalFilename:porzycki-f1italia230902_npT6n.jpg
Nico Rosberg, evidently in awe, remarked (as per Crash.net), “It’s really historic. The level Max is driving at, and the records he’s shattering – simply unreal! He’s nudging towards the elite club of the Fangios, Schumachers, Sennas, and yes, Hamiltons.”
The atmosphere in the Red Bull camp is electric. As Rosberg pointed out, having “one of the greatest drivers of all time driving their machine” is like having a turbocharged morale booster. With an astounding 13 grand prix wins this year and still counting, Verstappen is on track to outdo his own record from last season. That’s no mean feat, especially when you consider the trials his teammate, Sergio Perez, has faced.
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As we rev up for the remaining races of the season, it’s clear that the Verstappen era has truly arrived. Hamilton might want to check his rearview mirror because there’s a new speed force in town! (DC reference intended 😉
