Horner and Verstappen issue Lewis Hamilton title verdict after…read more
Christian Horner and Max Verstappen have shared their thoughts on Lewis Hamilton’s prospects for the upcoming Formula 1 season after the British driver made the switch from Mercedes to Ferrari. While both acknowledge Hamilton’s exceptional talent, they emphasized that much of his potential to challenge for a title this year will depend on how well he adapts to his new team and the performance of Ferrari’s new car.
Horner, the Red Bull team principal, expressed confidence that Hamilton could once again become a serious contender for the championship. He highlighted that if Hamilton has a strong start to the season and builds a good relationship with Ferrari, he could very well reassert himself in the fight for the title. However, Horner pointed out that a lot will hinge on how well Hamilton integrates with his new team early in the season.
“I think that if he gets off to a good start and he gets the team behind him, and he finds his confidence, and he rides off that energy, then I can see him becoming a