Despite Max Verstappen’s series of remarkable performances in recent years, his epic duel with Lewis Hamilton in 2021 captured the global spotlight. Amidst the turbulence of the season and the unique circumstances surrounding his maiden championship victory, many fans anticipated that Verstappen would hold fond memories of the campaign.
However, the Dutch driver surprised many by stating that his title battle with Hamilton in 2021 was not among his best seasons. Instead, he declared that the previous year’s F1 season was his highlight.
When questioned about whether his showdown with Hamilton in 2021 was his favorite F1 season, Verstappen responded, “I know you’re not going to agree with me (he smiles). But, in my eyes, the best was last year.”
Verstappen and Red Bull’s dominant performance in the 2023 season, with victories in every race except the Singapore Grand Prix, led to some fans and analysts deeming the sport as ‘boring.’ However, despite these criticisms, the three-time champion expressed his satisfaction with his performances during the 2023 season.
Furthermore, Verstappen emphasized that he pays no heed to those who found the 2023 season repetitive. He concluded by reaffirming his focus on racing in F1 to assess his and his team’s success. Thus, in his assessment, the 2023 season stood out as the best, with the 2021 season falling short in comparison.
