Sergio Perez has accumulated a total of 85 points, while Max Verstappen has reached 110 points in the current year. Perez and Verstappen have closely observed the remarkable performance of the dominant driver this season. The Mexican driver has consistently scored valuable points, dispelling any concerns about his future with the team. It is highly likely that Perez will secure a contract extension with the Austrian team for next season.
Recently, rumors about Verstappen’s position being in jeopardy for 2025 and beyond have been dismissed. Alongside many others praising Perez’s recent achievements, the former Dutch driver also shared his thoughts. Despite finishing second to Verstappen in the drivers’ world championship, the 34-year-old Mexican cannot be blamed, as he consistently secured a place on the podium. Verstappen’s unmatched speed was the determining factor, as both Red Bull drivers needed to synchronize their signals from the RB20. Consequently, Kalf highlighted this as the crucial difference between the two drivers. While Perez demonstrated skill and competence as a top-tier second driver, Verstappen remained the team’s priority and the current world champion, winning his three world championships.
The Formula 1 has witnessed several Dutch drivers, including Max Verstappen and others. Therefore, Allard Kalf, a Dutchman, expressed his satisfaction in seeing three different Dutch winners in various categories of motorsport. Kalf noted that Perez emerged victorious in the IMSA competition, while Nyck de Vries triumphed in the WEC at Imola. Verstappen’s recent win in China further increased the number of Dutch winners to three. This achievement was significant for the former Dutch driver as it showcased the nation’s skill in the world of motorsport. Kalf emphasized that the abundance of talent in motorsport in the country was a testament to this achievement.
Verstappen’s exceptional performance during the ground effect era will forever secure his name in the record books. Since the start of the 2024 season, the current world champion has consistently performed at an unmatched level. It is highly likely that the 26-year-old driver will dominate the competition and secure another comfortable victory in the world championship this season.
