Max Verstappen predicted to surpass Schumacher, Senna in equal F1 cars
MaxVerstappen, who is Verstappen, who is currently dominant in Formula 1, was considered capable of overtaking legends such as Michael Schumacher and Ayrton Senna in similar cars. This bold prediction was made by legendary former team owner Eddie Jordan, who has a long history in the sport and first-hand experience with these great drivers.
Eddie Jordan and his experiences with F1 legends.
Eddie Jordan, who gave Michael Schumacher his Formula 1 debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix, drove a Jordan Formula 3 car in the 1980s,so he so he has a deep knowledge of the talent and ability of these two drivers. , which many consider to be the greatest of all time.
During a recent episode of the Formula for Success podcast, Jordan expressed his belief that Schumacher and Senna could overtake Verstappen if both raced in the same car. “I was lucky to meet a man called Da Silva in 1982, who was the first to drive from Silverstone in a Formula 3 car. We went to Macau in 1983, and this man, Da Silva, won the race; change his name to [Ayrton]. So yes, I had Senna in my car, and I had Michael Schumacher in my car, but I honestly believe that if you have Senna, Schumacher, and Max [Verstappen] in the same car in the same race, at some point I think Max will win.
Verstappen’s qualifications
Verstappen, who is on course for his fourth consecutive drivers’ title, has shown incredible consistency and skill. He currently leads his main rival, Charles Leclerc, by 31 points ahead of this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix. Even after a recent run of just one win in the last three races—something unusual for Red Bull over the past 18 months—Verstappen remains the clear favorite for the championship.
Compared to the big ones.
Comparing Verstappen to Schumacher and Senna is not only a compliment but also a also a recognition of his ability to get the most out of his car and his team. Schumacher, with seven world titles, and Senna, with three, were known for their determination, raw talent, and the ability to push their teams to the limit.
Verstappen, with his impressive career so far, puts himself in the same category of excellence. His ability to adapt to different race conditions, his controlled aggression, and his relentless focus on the championship made him a central figure in the debate about F1’s greatest driver.
Eddie Jordan’s prediction that Max Verstappen will overtake Michael Schumacher and Ayrton Senna in the same car is a powerful statement, reflecting the respect and admiration Verstappen has earned in the world of Formula 1.
As he continues his journey in Formula 1, the comparisons to these legends only grow stronger. His place in sports history.
