Jacques Villeneuve: Verstappen faces a difficult choice

      The potential move of Max Verstappen from Red Bull Racing to Mercedes next year continues to be discussed in Formula 1. 1997 World Champion Jacques Villeneuve speculated on the factors that might influence Max's decision on Viaplay.

      Jacques Villeneuve: "Max will face a difficult choice. Remember Lewis Hamilton and his move to Mercedes – at that time, everyone mocked his decision. Everyone said, 'What is he doing? Why is he leaving the best team for Mercedes?' But the decision turned out to be correct.

      Now, everyone thinks that thanks to the new regulations and engines, Mercedes will have an advantage. Just as it happened when Formula 1 switched from atmospheric engines to hybrid power units. But that doesn't mean the story will repeat itself this time, although people believe it will."

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