F1 | Red Bull, Verstappen: “I am Marko's new project, with me he wants to repeat Vettel's story”

È Max Verstappen the man chosen to return to success in Formula 1. Helmut Marko, a consultant for Red Bull, has identified the 20-year-old Dutchman as the right driver to retrace the successes achieved by Sebastian Vettel from 2010 to 2013: “I am his new project: wants to repeat Vettel's story and win world championships” – declared ad Car picture same Verstappen, which in recent months has renewed its contract with the Milton Keynes team until 2020.

Verstappen explained that he feels ready to win a World Championship: "In a title fight, I would take fewer risks, because a second place can bring you closer to your goal, it is not a failure. The mental approach is different. Last year I wanted to win at all costs because I had nothing to lose, but I think I know exactly what I need to do to become world champion.".

A Ziggo Sport Total, the Dutchman then announced his intentions for 2018: "What I want is a much more consistent season compared to last year. With far fewer breakdowns and winning again if possible: it would be nice to get the first pole position too.".

Urged on record obtained by Vettel in Red Bull, Verstappen finally responded: “I know that records are very important for Sebastian, and for me it would be nice, but records they're not something I really need in my life. The most important thing for me is to become world champion one day.".

Federico Martino