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McLaren -‘the era of Max Verstappen’ and Toto Wolff: ‘He’s a Worthy Champion’

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
December 4, 2024
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McLaren -‘the era of Max Verstappen’ and Toto Wolff: ‘He’s a Worthy Champion’

Formula One F1 - Las Vegas Grand Prix - Las Vegas Strip Circuit, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States - November 24, 2024 Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates after winning the 2024 F1 world championship title REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein

Max Verstappen cemented his place among Formula 1’s all-time greats as he clinched his fourth consecutive drivers’ title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The Dutch driver’s fifth-place finish guaranteed an insurmountable points lead over McLaren’s Lando Norris, sealing a season that underscored his dominance even in the face of adversity.


“A Title Beyond the Car: Verstappen’s Evolution”

Unlike his record-breaking campaigns in previous years, Verstappen’s 2024 title victory didn’t come with an outright dominant car. Red Bull’s RB20 started strong but faltered mid-season, allowing McLaren to leap ahead in the Constructors’ Championship. Yet, Verstappen’s remarkable ability to extract every ounce of performance from his car set him apart.

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella recognized the magnitude of Verstappen’s achievement, calling it a defining moment in the Dutchman’s legacy.

Stella: “Let me express my congratulations to Max Verstappen. Four World Championships in a row confirm that Max is one of the best drivers in the history of Formula 1.

“This title is even more impressive because it proves his dominance doesn’t rely solely on having the best car. We are undoubtedly in the era of Max Verstappen.”


“Toto Wolff: ‘He’s a Worthy Champion’”

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff, who has publicly expressed interest in Verstappen, echoed Stella’s sentiments. Wolff emphasized Verstappen’s ability to rise above Red Bull’s mid-season struggles and maintain his championship-caliber performances.

Wolff: “It was clear he was one of the greats before this year, but now as a four-time World Champion, he’s proven it. He dominated with the car early on, and then as the team faced challenges, it was his driving that carried the results. He is an absolutely worthy champion.”


“Norris and McLaren Fall Short Despite Strong Campaign”

Lando Norris emerged as Verstappen’s primary challenger, with McLaren’s resurgence turning the championship battle into a closer affair than in previous years. However, strategic errors and missed opportunities derailed Norris’ title hopes.

Stella: “What Verstappen has achieved should silence any notion that his titles come easy. Even when Red Bull faltered, Max adapted, outperformed, and delivered.”


“An Era Defined by Max”

Verstappen’s fourth title places him among the pantheon of F1 greats, alongside legends like Sebastian Vettel, Alain Prost, and Lewis Hamilton. With Red Bull targeting a resurgence in 2025 and Verstappen still at the peak of his powers, the Dutchman seems poised to add even more accolades to his already illustrious career.

As Formula 1 transitions into a new season, one thing is clear: the past few years have firmly established the “Era of Max Verstappen.”

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