Jacques Villeneuve has claimed that ‘nobody would care’ if Max Verstappen was taken away from the F1 grid while arguing that Lewis Hamilton stands alone as the most popular and impactful driver ever.

Max Verstappen is now a four-time Formula 1 champion, the first of which came controversially in 2021 after overtaking rival Lewis Hamilton on the final lap of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

During Verstappen's rough patch last season, Hamilton, Norris, Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri all secured two GP victories- from maiden wins to record-breaking drives, the 2024 summer provided some of the best on-track racing in the sport's modern history.

The young Brit enjoyed a breakthrough year in 2024, scoring four Grand Prix victories as McLaren clinched the Constructors’ Championship trophy for the first time since 1998. Norris will be well-poised to fight for the title if the Woking squad carry their advantage into the new season.

Lewis Hamilton's decision to leave Mercedes for Formula 1 rivals Ferrari was a blow, but also provided Toto Wolff with an opportunity to correct a huge past mistake

Max Verstappen may be a four-time F1 world champion but, according to Jacques Villeneuve, if he leaves, people will get over it.

Max Verstappen’s Red Bull exit talks have been revealed by Mercedes F1 team principal Toto Wolff. The 53-year-old actively pursued Verstappen in 2024 following Lewis Hamilton’s exit from Mercedes, with Wolff publicly announcing the Red Bull star as his number one target.

Lewis Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari has captured Formula 1’s attention as fans “care”, unlike when it comes to Max Verstappen who could leave the sport and “nobody” would care. That’s the opinion of 1997 F1 World Champion Jacques Villeneuve,

Former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has sparked controversy by claiming Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari move is the most significant driver signing since Michael Schumacher, whilst dismissing Max Verstappen's importance to the sport.