Max Verstappen reveals Sebastian Vettel wished him luck to break the German legend’s massive record in Formula 1
Sebastian Vettel has texted Max Verstappen as the Red Bull driver is on the verge of equaling one of his biggest records in F1.
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Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel
The reigning World Champion Max Verstappen stands a chance to equal the record of ‘9 consecutive wins in Formula 1’ this weekend at the Dutch Grand Prix. The record currently resides with Sebastian Vettel and has done for almost a decade. The current Red Bull driver mentioned the former Red Bull star as he chases his 11th win of the season and with it, the fabled record.
After qualifying on pole by over five tenths on Lando Norris, who qualified at a stunning P2, Max Verstappen looks comfortably set to equal Vettel’s record come race day. The Dutch driver shared how Vettel shared a few words of support and encouragement in an interview after qualifying. He said, “I think after like five wins in a row or something like that, Seb texted me, you know ‘well done, what you’re doing at the moment, keep it up’ and something like ‘you’re going to do it’.”
As the F1 circus is here at the Zandvoort Circuit, we stand to witness history in the making. But, with Norris hot on Verstappen’s tail, the papaya squad racer stands a chance of thwarting Max’s brilliance, a sight albeit becoming a rarity. Norris said about Verstappen making a mistake, “It happens to everyone and it can still happen to him. So there’s a time and a place and we’re kind of still waiting, everyone’s waiting for it to happen, but just not today.“
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Sebastian Vettel at Red Bull is an indelible chapter in Formula One history
Vettel etched his name in the annals of motorsport as he spearheaded the team to an era of dominance rarely witnessed before. The German sensation joined the outfit from Milton Keynes in 2009 and showcased his mettle, clinching four consecutive World Drivers’ Championships from 2010 to 2013.
Sebastian Vettel secured his first championship in a nerve-wracking final race, becoming the youngest-ever world champion at that time. His triumph wasn’t just personal; it marked the culmination of Red Bull Racing’s transformation from underdog to powerhouse.
What followed was an an odyssey of triumph and teamwork, winning the next three championships. During this remarkable period, he secured a total of 34 Grand Prix victories, an astounding 44 pole positions, and with him Red Bull Racing secured four consecutive Constructors’ Championships. Beyond the numbers, Vettel’s era at Red Bull Racing showcased the perfect harmony between driver and machine.
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