Our writers on Verstappen’s standout moments in 2024, his place amongst the F1 greats – and if he can get even better

Max Verstappen has again added his name to the F1 history books by becoming a four-time world champion, the Dutchman having taken the crown by finishing ahead of rival Lando Norris at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. But where does this now put him amongst the greats – and can he get even better from here? To answer those questions and more, we asked some of our writers to give their take on Verstappen’s title-winning 2024 season…

What have been your standout Verstappen moments of the season?

Will Buxton (F1 Digital Presenter): For me, Max’s greatest moments this season have come in the races where he hasn’t had the best car, or even the second best. It was in the period between Spain and Brazil, the more than four months where he went without a win, that Max pulled out some of the best drives not just of this season, but of his career. In the 10 races in-between Grand Prix victories, only twice did he leave a Grand Prix weekend with fewer than a double-digit points score, no matter which team or teams appeared to have the advantage over Red Bull. He dug deep and put in some astonishing drives. Read more …