Ferrari is the sole non-Red Bull team to emerge victorious in a Formula 1 race within the past two years. Charles Leclerc, Alian Prost, and Max Verstappen are all well aware of this fact. Prost, who was previously associated with Ferrari, acknowledges the dominant performance of Red Bull. The pace of Red Bull surpasses that of Ferrari by a significant margin. Prost believes it will be extremely challenging for Ferrari to catch up to Red Bull in terms of speed. The RB20 is far more dominant than the SF 24. Although the Ferrari SF 24 can still be found alongside the Mercedes W15 and McLaren MCL 60, it remains to be seen where Ferrari will finish in the upcoming championship.
During the Bahrain Grand Prix, Verstappen matched Alain Prost’s record for pole positions. Prost himself was present at the race. Verstappen, a three-time world champion, is determined to secure his fourth world championship, much like Alan Prost. Prost is one of only five drivers who have achieved this feat.
Prost is well aware of the dominance of Adrian Newey’s RB 20, especially with Verstappen behind the wheel. The car has the potential to break numerous records. However, Prost believes that Red Bull will ultimately prove to be strong. He expressed doubt that Ferrari will be able to compete for a world title. The performance of Red Bull on street tracks remains to be seen.
Max Verstappen is still highly motivated to clinch his fourth consecutive world championship this season, as stated by former Formula One world champion Alain Prost. Despite the chaos caused by Red Bull’s team principal, Christian Horner, Verstappen has remained focused and dedicated to his work.
In the first race of the season, held in Bahrain last weekend, Verstappen showcased exceptional control and precision. Prost commended Verstappen for his outspoken nature, as the Dutchman is never hesitant to express his opinions on various topics. Verstappen prioritizes his own thoughts and does not engage in political games within the paddock.
With the RB 20’s dominance over its competitors, it will be intriguing to see if Verstappen secures his fourth championship or if another driver claims their first. Should Max Verstappen emerge victorious in 2024, he will join the ranks of the six drivers who have won four driver championships. The outcome of this season for Red Bull remains uncertain.