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Max Verstappen’s Astonishing Path to 2025 F1 Championship: Can He Defy All Odds?

David Castro by David Castro
October 14, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Astonishing Path to 2025 F1 Championship: Can He Defy All Odds?

SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE - OCTOBER 05: Second placed Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing takes a drink in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on October 05, 2025 in Singapore, Singapore. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202510050991 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Max Verstappen’s Unbelievable Road to a Fifth Title: Can He Outsmart McLaren’s Dominance?

In a thrilling twist to the 2025 Formula 1 season, former race champion Johnny Herbert has laid out a tantalizing scenario: Max Verstappen, the four-time world champion, could still seize his fifth consecutive title, defying all odds against the formidable McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. With a mere six races left on the calendar, the championship race has heated up, and it could lead to one of the most spectacular comebacks in F1 history.

Currently, McLaren is basking in the glory of their constructors’ championship win, showcasing their undeniable superiority on the grid. However, the championship battle between Norris and Piastri is heating up, with Piastri holding a 22-point advantage over his teammate. The stakes have never been higher, but the ever-resilient Verstappen still lurks in the shadows, 63 points adrift of Piastri after an impressive run where he has clinched victory in four races this year.

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Herbert passionately believes that if anyone can defy the odds, it’s Verstappen. “It would be remarkable given where they were,” he proclaimed, emphasizing the dramatic reversal of fortunes that could unfold. “I think it would be one of the greatest Formula 1 comebacks because it was something that was not even really being thought of. It was all done and dusted apparently. A Papaya one-two, full stop.”

The path to victory for Verstappen hinges on a delicate mix of skill, strategy, and sheer luck. As Herbert pointed out, “If anybody on that grid at the moment, anybody was able to do it, it would be Max. You can’t rule Max out.” However, he realistically acknowledges that Verstappen’s chances are slim if Norris and Piastri maintain their current form. The key to Verstappen’s success lies in the possibility of the two McLaren drivers tripping over each other by taking points away from one another, effectively opening a window for him to close that daunting gap.

With McLaren having already secured the constructors’ championship, the pressure on their drivers may loosen, potentially paving the way for bolder and riskier tactics, as seen in Singapore. This shift could very well provide Verstappen the breathing room he needs to capitalize on any missteps from his rivals.

Verstappen’s mastery of the RB21 has started to shine through again, as he appears to be finding his groove with the car. “The balance of the car definitely is shifting in a positive way for him,” Herbert noted, highlighting the harmony that Verstappen has developed with his vehicle, which is crucial in this high-speed battle.

As the remaining races unfold, Verstappen will not only need to showcase his championship-winning experience but also aim for nothing less than victory in every remaining race. The stakes are high, and the question on everyone’s lips remains: can Verstappen pull off what would be one of the most astonishing comebacks in the sport’s history? The tension is palpable as fans eagerly await the next thrilling chapter of this fierce championship showdown!

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