Martin Brundle says Max Verstappen could be the greatest driver in Formula 1 history and has likened the Dutchman to Brazilian icon Ayrton Senna.
Verstappen is preparing for his second world title defence, and claiming category honours again this season would see him draw level with Senna on three championships.
And at just 25 years old — barely older than Senna was in his first grand prix in 1984 — but in his eighth campaign, Verstappen’s powers are continuing to grow along with the improving form of his Red Bull Racing team.
There’s a lot to look out for in Formula 1’s longest ever season. With 23 races ahead of us running all the way to the end of November, the pressure on teams and drivers to maintain a high level of performance will be immense.
And it’ll be doubly hard when new challenges emerge. Will Aston Martin upset the equilibrium between the top three teams, and how might Mercedes handle falling into the midfield? How much influence can Fernando Alonso have on the podium make-up?
Lando Norris is dealing with his third teammate in four years, but for the first time in his career he’ll be the senior driver, not the up-and-coming young gun. Will that throw him off his game or make him only more ferocious?
Continue reading on FOX SPORTSAussie rising star Oscar Piastri will get just six months to prove that he belongs in Formula 1 before he risks being turfed out, according to Sky Sports F1 commentator Martin Brundle.
Piastri has enjoyed an illustrious junior career on his way to the premier class, with three successive championships, including rookie titles in Formula 3 and Formula 2.
Despite spending a year on the sidelines as an Alpine reserve driver, he remains one of the most highly anticipated rookies in recent years thanks to his sparkling CV.
Continue reading on FOX SPORTSFormer F1® racer and esteemed TV commentator Martin Brundle reflects on the lessons learned working with Murray Walker, discusses Lewis Hamilton’s future, weighs in on the planned rule changes for 2022 and assesses whether Daniel Ricciardo’s switch to McLaren is the right move.