Max Verstappen’s first win is an imminent omen for a third title: David Coulthard

Verstappen's Bahrain Grand Prix win was a good omen for title defense and a third one.

David Coulthard and Max Verstappen (Credits: Crash.net)

Retired Formula One driver David Coulthard has praised Max Verstappen‘s outstanding performance on the racecourse. Verstappen’s recent victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, according to Coulthard, is a favorable omen for his third championship crown. Verstappen dominated the 2023 season, winning the season opener by a wide margin over Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez. Verstappen’s skill, work ethic, and battling spirit have put him apart from his competition, according to Coulthard.

“I think the start of the year is an imminent omen for a third title for Max. He has time and again shown his fighting spirit. His work ethic, along with his talent, has always given him an edge over most of his competitors,” Coulthard told GPBlog.

Verstappen may not win every race, but Coulthard believes the Dutch driver’s overall performance and consistency will make him a terrifying force. He believes that the Dutchman will be the driver to be stopped for the 2023 season. Verstappen’s ability to stay focused and execute under pressure, he noted, will be key to his success in the future years.

Despite the fact that Verstappen will face stiff competition from other drivers and teams, Coulthard is confident in his abilities. “There will always be exceptional drivers, that stand out. Right now, Max is that person,” he stated.

Discover: “None of us are getting carried away with the result,” Christian Horner remains cautious despite Red Bull’s Bahrain triumph

Max Verstappen’s dominance is likely to continue

Max Verstappen winning the Bahrain GP (Credits: Et Auto)

Verstappen has been in excellent form in recent years, winning over half of the past 44 races and finishing on the podium 25 times. Last season, he overcame a shaky start by winning 15 races, shattering the record for most races won out of 22 races. He broke Sebastian Vettel‘s and Michael Schumacher‘s previous joint record for most victories. He overhauled a 43-point deficit to Charles Leclerc to win his second championship with four races remaining.

Max Verstappen, who is only 25 years old, already has 36 race victories and will be aiming to continue his excellent form in the upcoming race in Jeddah. This season, he’s hoping for a third title in a row. Considering Max’s shape and the strong equipment underneath him, this should be a simple shot for the Dutchman.

David Coulthard on whether Verstappen could become one of F1’s greatest ever drivers:

“He already is. Really.

I didn’t really feel mature until I was in my late twenties and I think I was at my peak in my early thirties. That means there may be a lot more to come from Max.” pic.twitter.com/riCboWHOyW
— Lewis (@lewllo_) July 16, 2022

Overall, Coulthard’s remarks mirror Verstappen’s recent success and imply that he will continue to dominate the sport. Verstappen’s talent and battling spirit are set to catapult him to even higher heights, and his impending triumphs will undoubtedly serve as a warning to his rivals.

In case you missed it:

“I don’t see the benefit of it,” Max Verstappen, hesitant about the new F1 qualifying experiment

‘FIA did nothing to help me after surviving life-threatening crash in 2019,’ claims F2 sensation Juan Manuel Correa

Tags: David Coulthard Max Verstappen RedBull Sergio Perez

#About the Author

Justin P Joy

(5129 Articles Published)

Justin P Joy is a Motorsports writer and editor at FirstSportz. He has been a motorsport journalist since 2020 and has published over 4500 articles. Justin has extensively covered two NASCAR, Formula One, and Moto GP seasons for FirstSportz. He has invested more than a decade of his life on Motorsports, first as a fan and later as a dedicated writer. Justin’s in-depth knowledge of Motorsports and his experience as a fan make his writing resonate with most racing fans worldwide. Justin's love for racing started when he discovered Moto GP at the age of 8. That love later guided him into the world of Formula 1. He fell in love with NASCAR after watching Tom Cruise’s “Days of Thunder” and has been an avid follower of the premier stock car racing series since. He has also been investing his time to exploring WEC, WRC, Formula E, Extreme E, and IndyCar in a bid to deeply understand the culture and history of Motorsports to present a unique perspective to the fans.

Comments

Please login to join the discussion.

Be the first to comment!

Max Verstappen’s first win is an imminent omen for a third title: David Coulthard

Max Verstappen’s dominance is likely to continue

Stay Updated!