Lewis Hamilton sent fresh Max Verstappen warning as all-time record under threat
Express Sport readers predict that Max Verstappen will eventually surpass Lewis Hamilton’s record of 103 Grand Prix victories. Verstappen, the reigning world champion, secured his 54th career race win at the 2023 season finale in Abu Dhabi, moving ahead of Sebastian Vettel in the all-time rankings. The Dutch driver’s next target is Michael Schumacher, who holds 91 race victories. According to a survey of 7,471 readers, 63% believe Verstappen will exceed Hamilton’s current tally.
Verstappen’s dominant 2023 season, with an unprecedented 19 Grand Prix wins, raises concerns for Hamilton and the chasing pack. Despite Red Bull shifting their development focus after the Singapore Grand Prix, Verstappen’s performance in Abu Dhabi, finishing nearly 18 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc, showcases their continued superiority. Hamilton acknowledged the challenge, stating that Red Bull’s significant lead without recent developments is worrisome.
Looking ahead to the 2024 season, if Red Bull maintains or extends its competitive advantage, Verstappen could capitalize on ample opportunities to add to his win tally, especially with a record-breaking 24 Grands Prix scheduled. Hamilton expresses uncertainty about his title prospects for the upcoming year, given Red Bull’s current dominance and lack of recent car development.