Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has praised Max Verstappen’s performance at the Brazilian GP. The Dutchman demonstrated incredible skills at the Interlagos that awestruck everyone watching. Starting from P17 and converting it into a victory was one of the breathtaking performances of the 2024 season.

Steiner opined that Verstappen always knew he would win despite the struggles. Max Verstappen‘s performance in Brazil severely impacted Lando Norris’s title hopes. The Briton was looking strong all over the weekend where he even secured pole position to start the race.

However, he finished sixth in the race, which Verstappen won by 20 seconds. Gunther Steiner stated that regardless of one’s personal opinion about Verstappen, his drive in Brazil deserves respect. The 59-year-old stated that everything changed for the Dutchman when he passed Esteban Ocon on lap 44.

When Max took control of the race when he overtook Ocon and just went, there was nothing anymore for anybody, showing who he is. I’m going to win the championship, In that moment, he knew he was going to win the world championship, you know. Gunther Steiner said (via GPblog.

com)Steiner expressed that Verstappen’s dominant performance, particularly his ability to overcome challenging wet conditions, was impressive. He asserted that this could certainly have a psychological impact on his rivals, especially McLaren and Lando Norris. Absolutely.

I mean, they analyse everything, you know? Everything will be analysed. How did he do it?

Because that is the way you learn it, you know, how to get there yourself. Gunther Steiner addedRELATEDEx-Red Bull driver Alex Albon warns Liam Lawson to ‘not jump too quickly’ alongside Max VerstappenBernie Ecclestone praises Max Verstappen as a ‘special guy’ after spectacular Brazilian GP winMax Verstappen’s brilliant performance at the Brazilian GP left the F1 world impressed. His ability to extract the maximum from his car, even in the most challenging conditions, earned him widespread respect and praise.

Bernie Ecclestone and Max Verstappen (via IMAGO)Even legendary figures like Bernie Ecclestone have praised the Red Bull driver, recognizing his exceptional talent and unwavering determination. The former F1 supremo said that Verstappen is a special guy who has a strong mentality of winning every race. I don’t know if we’ll see another Max, Max is a special person.

Max is a special guy. He’s a racer – in dry or the rain. He is so strong mentally.

He always wants to win. Bernie Ecclestone said (via Gpblog. com)RELATEDEx-F1 driver casts doubt over Max Verstappen and Lando Norris’ ‘friendship’ amidst 2024 title fightThe engine change, boosting his horsepower and speed, indicates that Verstappen won’t fall short in his championship pursuit.

With three races and one sprint left in this season, he will be doing all he canto successfully defend his title.