F1 Analyst: Verstappen Has Surpassed Hamilton in Skill Since 2021
F1 analyst David Windsor believes Max Verstappen has demonstrably improved since 2021 and now exceeds Lewis Hamilton in driving ability. Windsor’s assessment comes amid Hamilton’s challenging transition to Ferrari, a move initially fueled by the allure of the iconic team and substantial financial incentives.
The shift to Ferrari hasn’t yielded the expected results for Hamilton, Windsor explains, citing both the unexpectedly high level of teammate Charles Leclerc and initial car performance issues. “He basically went to Ferrari as that driver we saw at the end of Mercedes,” Windsor stated, adding that Leclerc’s skill level proved a surprise – “almost as good as Max Verstappen.” This assessment arrives as Hamilton navigates a new dynamic within Ferrari, partnering with Leclerc in a team historically known for internal competition.
Windsor acknowledges Hamilton’s long-standing talent, even suggesting a slight edge over Verstappen in 2021. However, he firmly believes that Verstappen has evolved significantly in recent years. ”For me, Lewis was the slightly better driver in 2021, but I wouldn’t say that anymore since 2021,” Windsor concluded. The analyst attributes Verstappen’s enhancement to consistent progress in multiple areas of his racing skillset.
Hamilton’s decision to join Ferrari was driven by “a lot of money, the glamor of Ferrari. The appeal of the Ferrari name for every driver,” according to Windsor. Fans can follow F1Maximaal.nl on Google Discover by clicking this link and clicking ‘Follow on Google’ to stay updated on Formula 1 news.
