Ex-F1 driver claims Max Verstappen was the ‘best performer’ at British GP despite Lewis Hamilton’s victory

Ex-F1 driver Alexander Wurz praised Max Verstappen's impressive performance at the British GP.

Ex-F1 driver claims Max Verstappen was the ‘best performer’ at British GP despite Lewis Hamilton’s victory

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen (images via IMAGO)

Former F1 driver Alexander Wurz praised Max Verstappen for his performance at the British GP. Verstappen’s qualifying was disrupted after damaging his car significantly. This resulted in him finishing in the top three.

Alexander Wurz appreciated Max Verstappen for performing exceptionally well at the British GP. He acknowledged despite the RB20 not being the fastest car on the grid, Verstappen’s exceptional skills and strategic driving allowed him to maintain his position as the championship leader. This made his performance at Silverstone as one of the best, highlighting his talent and determination. Although, it was Lewis Hamilton who won the race.

Max is the leader in the championship with a car that is not the fastest. I therefore consider his performance at Silverstone to be one of his best.
Alexander Wurz said
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Further, Wurz praised Verstappen’s intelligence and strategic mindset. He noted that the Dutchman is focused on winning the championship, so he’s driving in a smart and calculated way. The 50-year-old also observed during the race, Verstappen demonstrated remarkable composure and discipline by choosing not to engage in a battle with Lando Norris. Instead, he maintained a calm and attentive approach, which underscored his mature and strategic mindset

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Max is focused on the championship and is therefore driving smart and calculated. He was very calm and attentive not to even fight Lando.
Alexander Wurz added

Alexander Wurz reckons Max Verstappen played his strategy well at Silverstone

Wurz highlighted the strategic mindset of Max Verstappen during the Silverstone race. The 50-year-old mentioned that Verstappen understood it wasn’t the right time to raise his elbows out. Instead, Max Verstappen believed the appropriate moment to engage would come later when more information was available about tire choices, race strategy, and weather conditions. This careful patience helped the Dutchman save his energy and focus on the overall race, keeping him in a strong position the whole time.

He knew, this is not the moment to race with my elbows out, that moment will come later. There was still uncertainty about which tires to use, the strategy for the race and of course the weather.
Alexander Wurz explained
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris (via IMAGO)

The Dutchman decided to let Lando Norris pass without a fight because he didn’t want to lose time, demonstrating his strategic thinking. By avoiding unnecessary battles, Verstappen highlighted his smart and calculated approach to racing. He concentrated on the bigger picture, focusing on what would help him achieve the best possible result in the race and maintain his lead in the championship. This decision showcased his maturity and deep understanding of race dynamics.

I'll let him go, I don't want to lose time. And that's very smart. That means he's driving completely calculated and with the process in mind.
Alexander Wurz stated

Certainly, Alexander Wurz reckoned Verstappen played very smartly which demonstrates how good and skilled a driver he is. Despite not having the fastest car, the Dutchman secured second position passing Lando Norris who’s faster than him. Fans were satisfied with the performance he pulled off compared to the Austrian GP.

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