Verstappen‘s main asset in becoming Formula 1 Champion”/>Red Bull racing TECHNICIAN Gianpiero Lambiase revealed that the consistency of his colleague, Max Verstappen, was the main asset in becoming Formula 1 world champion four times in a row.
“This year shows many similarities with (Verstappen’s performance) in 2021. The battle (this season) is very fierce,” said Lambiase on the Formula 1 website, Wednesday (27/11).
Verstappen defended his world title this year after finishing fifth at the Las Vegas GP last week, which was enough for him to lock up the world title. His main competitor, McLaren racer Lando Norris, only finished sixth.
“The foundation we had at the start of the year strengthened everything, but he has taken a long step which for you must have been very difficult
trusted, starting from what he does in this team with all of us, and the respect he gives to other racers,” said Lambiase.
“He also fought hard in every race. I am very proud of him,” he continued.
Lambiase and Verstappen have worked together since the Dutch driver was promoted to Red Bull in 2016. That relationship will continue next year with Lambiase’s promotion to head of the racing division.
Red Bull Team Director Christian Horner appreciated Verstappen’s relationship with Lambiase as the basis for the Dutch racer’s success, especially in the 2024 season.
“They have tried hard and (Verstappen) could not have done it without the support he got in the garage, in the team, in the factory,” concluded Horner. (Ant/Z-1)
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What are the key factors contributing to Max Verstappen’s mental strength and ability to handle pressure?
## Verstappen’s Consistency Key to F1 Dominance: Lambiase
**Interviewer:** Welcome to the show, Gianpiero. Thanks for joining us.
**Gianpiero Lambiase:** Pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer:** You’ve worked closely with Max Verstappen for some time now. He just clinched another championship title. What do you believe is the biggest factor behind his success?
**Gianpiero Lambiase:** Well, there are many qualities that make Max exceptional, but if I had to point to one key asset, it would be his incredible consistency. [1] He’s able to perform at an incredibly high level race after race, week after week, no matter the track or the conditions. This unwavering performance level is what truly sets him apart.
**Interviewer:** That’s fascinating. Can you elaborate a bit more on how his consistency manifests itself? Is it in his driving style, his mindset, or something else entirely?
**Gianpiero Lambiase:** It’s a combination of factors, really. Max has an innate talent and an incredible work ethic. He’s always pushing himself to improve, both on and off the track. He’s also mentally very strong and able to handle the immense pressure that comes with being a Formula 1 driver. But ultimately, his consistency comes down to his dedication and his ability to deliver when it matters most.
**Interviewer:** A truly remarkable driver indeed. Thank you for sharing your insights, Gianpiero.
