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We will discuss Max Verstappen and his world championship-winning season and race. For many seasons and on multiple occasions. The whole scenario left an enormous mark on everybody involved. Former racing driver and Red Bull’s advisor Helmut Marko shares his thoughts on the matter.

Helmut Marko discusses Ferrari, Mercedes, and the current rivalry. And his insights into the difference between Mercedes and Ferrari.

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Max Verstappen’s battle to the 2021 crown

Max will forever be Formula 1 2021 season champion. No one can take that from him. He was incredible all year round. And fought off one of the sport’s most ruthless winners. But the circumstances of his last race win will always be a point of discussion. Helmut comments on the amount of politics involved as they fought off Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton.

Marko also explains how the challenge against Lewis was different. Max, a younger driver compared to Lewis, came in and snagged the title from right under his nose.

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“It was different with Lewis Hamilton: He is much older, he was the king whose throne was shaken by a much younger one. From a psychological point of view, this is a completely different requirement.” Helmut commented.

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A title would’ve made Lewis the undisputed king of Formula 1. But the wait continues!

Max Verstappen vs Charles Leclerc

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Now there’s a new rivalry brewing with Mercedes lacking in terms of performance. The Ferrari team comprising Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz is the pair to beat. “With Ferrari, there is a better relationship. What’s more: Max is now driving against Leclerc, they grew up together in karting, have known each other for a long time, are a generation.” Marko explained the relationship between the pair.

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A Formula 1 relationship is like walking on thin ice. It only takes a second, a crash, a comment, or even a maneuver to ruin things. However, it will be interesting to see how Red Bull tackles the challenge of Ferrari in the current season.

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And if Mercedes can bounce back in time to surprise both. It’s a long season ahead of us. Let’s stick around and find out!

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Mahim Suhalka is an F1 Author at EssentiallySports. This Sports Management post-graduate is an ardent supporter of the Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 team and their lead driver, Lewis Hamilton. The fact that Lewis dominated one of the most expensive sports in the world for all these years, despite his humble beginnings, has been a huge inspiration for Mahim and has made him a tenured fan of the competitive sport itself.
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Arunaditya Aima