Max Verstappen stands at the brink of eclipsing yet another of Lewis Hamilton’s monumental career milestones should he emerge victorious at the forthcoming Miami Grand Prix.
This triumph would see Verstappen surpass Hamilton in a realm where the British driver has long reigned supreme: win percentage.
The narrative between Verstappen and Hamilton has been nothing short of riveting since their captivating, albeit contentious, duel for the 2021 championship. Since that pivotal season, their trajectories have diverged significantly.
Hamilton has faced a win less drought since his last triumph in Saudi Arabia that year, while Verstappen has soared, clinching victory on 39 occasions and securing three world titles, with a fourth seemingly within his grasp this season. The consequence of this stark contrast is evident in the statistical realm.
Hamilton’s once lofty win percentage has plummeted over the past two-and-a-half years, dwindling from a formidable 35.88% following his 103rd win during his 287th start in December 2021, to a modest 30.53% at present, following a fifty-race dry spell culminating in China.
Conversely, Verstappen’s ascent has been nothing short of meteoric, notching an impressive 58 wins from 190 starts, translating to a win percentage of 30.53%.
Should he triumph in Miami, mirroring his victories in the race’s inaugural two editions, his win percentage would ascend to 30.89%, further solidifying his position at the pinnacle of Formula 1. Meanwhile, Hamilton’s win percentage would continue its downward trajectory, slipping to 30.47%.
The stage is set for Verstappen to etch his name in the annals of Formula 1 history, potentially eclipsing yet another benchmark set by the indomitable Lewis Hamilton.
As the anticipation builds for the Miami Grand Prix, all eyes are on Verstappen as he aims to cement his legacy as one of the sport’s all-time greats.
