Max Verstappen on the Verge of Becoming a Three-Time F1 World Champion

Max Verstappen on the Verge of Third F1 World Championship

Max Verstappen is poised to secure his third F1 world championship title, possibly this Saturday at the Qatar GP, after a dominant year where he has broken records without facing any significant opposition.

Sergio Perez’s Struggle to Match Verstappen’s Level

The dominance of Verstappen has raised questions about his teammate Sergio Perez, with many demanding that Perez narrow the gap of 177 points that separates them, considering there are still six races remaining. In the latest documentary titled “Checo Pérez, the Last Survivor” by DAZN F1’s ‘True Driver’, the Mexican driver admits that he has been unable to match the level of his partner.

Perez’s Admiration for Verstappen’s Exceptional Performance

Perez acknowledges Verstappen’s exceptional performance, stating, “I think Max’s level has remained consistently high while I have struggled to keep up. He is driving at a level that I haven’t witnessed in Formula 1 during my time here. He avoids making mistakes and consistently pushes himself to the limit,” said the driver from Guadalajara about the Dutchman.

The Challenges of Being Verstappen’s Teammate

Perez also acknowledges the difficulties of being Verstappen’s teammate, saying, “There are challenging moments. It’s not easy to be in this environment, under immense pressure, and as Max’s teammate, it is even more challenging.”

Insights from Other Drivers

The documentary also features insights from other drivers such as Juan Pablo Montoya, Pedro de la Rosa, Pastor Maldonado, and Tatiana Calderon. In particular, Calderon points out that each car is unique, despite attempts to make them similar, and sometimes teams prioritize one driver over the other, favoring a number one driver. Commentator Juan Fossaroli shares the same sentiment.

Perez’s Career Reflection and Continuous Learning

During the documentary, Perez reflects on his career and emphasizes the importance of continuous learning in Formula 1. He states, “Every year, you learn something new. That’s why we love this sport so much. You’re constantly learning, and the most crucial thing is to never stop learning. There are mistakes I’ve made in the past and still make, but I learn from them.”

Perez’s Dream of Becoming World Champion

In the final part of the documentary, Perez expresses his dream of becoming a Formula 1 world champion someday. This dream motivates him to keep pushing forward, saying, “It’s incredible. Every morning, I wake up with the motivation to work, grow, regain energy, and approach each race weekend with a cool mindset to make the most out of every situation. I dream of being a world champion.” He leaves a memorable quote, “To fail, you have to be in the fight. Not everyone can fail because not everyone is in the battle.”

Possibility of Perez Becoming World Champion

Pedro de la Rosa believes that Perez has the potential to become a world champion if he improves certain areas, especially in qualifying sessions and depending on the circuits. “If he manages to refine these aspects, Checo can indeed become a world champion,” stated the Spanish driver.