Montoya’s Bold 2025 F1 Prediction: Verstappen Won’t Stop Hamilton’s Ferrari…..read more
Former Formula 1 star Juan Pablo Montoya has made a surprising prediction for the 2025 F1 season, stating that Max Verstappen will struggle to secure a fifth consecutive world title. Montoya, who raced in F1 from 2001 to 2006 and won seven Grand Prix, believes Red Bull’s dominance is beginning to fade, leaving the door open for other teams—especially Ferrari, now with Lewis Hamilton in their lineup.
Verstappen cemented his place in history by winning his fourth straight championship in 2024, continuing his dominant run with Red Bull. However, his path to the title was not as smooth as in previous years. McLaren’s Lando Norris emerged as a strong competitor, particularly in the latter half of the season, raising concerns about Red Bull’s long-term grip on the sport.
With McLaren expected to remain competitive in 2025 and Ferrari making major moves—including securing seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton—Montoya is convinced that Verstappen will face greater challenges than ever before.
Montoya expressed doubts about Red Bull’s ability to maintain its supremacy, pointing to their difficulties in closing out the 2024 season. “Verstappen is not going to be a problem for Lewis this year,” he said, suggesting that Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari could position him as the strongest contender for the title.
While Red Bull has been the dominant force in F1 over the past few seasons, Montoya’s comments suggest that the team may not have the same edge moving forward. The 2024 season saw other teams closing the gap, with McLaren and Ferrari both showing impressive pace. With Hamilton now in red, Ferrari is expected to challenge for race wins consistently, potentially disrupting Red Bull’s winning streak.
Many fans and analysts have speculated about how Hamilton will adapt to Ferrari, but Montoya is confident that the transition will be seamless. Given Ferrari’s progress in recent years, coupled with Hamilton’s immense experience and skill, Montoya believes the British driver could leapfrog Verstappen in the standings sooner rather than later.
Montoya also noted that Red Bull’s dominance relied heavily on their superior car development over the past few years, but with teams like McLaren and Ferrari catching up, the playing field is becoming more level. If Ferrari provides Hamilton with a competitive car, the seven-time champion could be back in contention for the top spot, putting serious pressure on Verstappen.
As the 2025 season approaches, all eyes will be on how these major shifts impact the battle at the front. Will Verstappen be able to fend off stronger competition, or is Hamilton set to reclaim his throne with Ferrari? Montoya’s prediction suggests that the balance of power in Formula 1 is about to change dramatically.
