Sebastian Vettel: Max Verstappen Goes For ‘Impossible Gaps’

Formula 1 legend Sebastian Vettel has praised Max Verstappen for his continued improvement and mental resilience.



Speaking on the Beyond the Grid podcast, Vettel described Verstappen’s ongoing development as “the scary thing” about the Dutch driver.



The four-time world champion highlighted Verstappen’s ability to keep learning, stay composed under pressure, and maintain focus in critical moments.



“We know he’s good,” Vettel said. “But he’s still improving, he’s still hungry, he’s still willing to learn. I think he’s working very hard behind the scenes as well, and that’s what makes him so strong.



“And of course he’s blessed with a lot of talent on top of that, but even if he’s one of the most talented drivers on the grid, I think ultimately what makes him so strong… it’s always a combination.



“But the key ingredient is his head. In the situations where it matters, he keeps his head, hardly ever makes a mistake, delivers when he needs to, feels the pressure – we all do, I don’t think it’s possible [for anybody not to] feel the pressure – but he’s able to find a space in his head where he’s able to put that to his side and focus on what matters.”



A More Mature Approach



Vettel also noted that Verstappen’s approach has matured over the years.



“He still goes for the impossible gaps and makes them possible, which is great in his skill, but he doesn’t go for all the gaps because he knows they’re not important right now,” he said.



“If he needs to get a move on, an overtake, he’s probably one of the best going through the field quickly, but if he knows ‘I’ve got time and it doesn’t actually matter’, he’s not panicking anymore.”



Vettel’s comments underscore the combination of natural talent and mental fortitude that has propelled Verstappen to the top of the sport.



The Dutchman’s ability to balance risk with composure continues to make him a dominant force on the Formula 1 grid.
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