As the Dutch Grand Prix returns, the anticipation is palpable, but so too is the uncertainty surrounding the event. Max Verstappen, the reigning world champion, has been an absolute force at his home race since its return to the F1 calendar in 2021. He has secured pole position and victory in every Dutch Grand Prix, a remarkable feat that has solidified his status as a local hero.
However, the recent resurgence of McLaren and Mercedes, coupled with the unpredictable nature of the Zandvoort circuit, has cast doubt on whether Verstappen can maintain his dominance.
