Max Verstappen may be a four-time F1 world champion but, according to Jacques Villeneuve, if he leaves, people will get over it.

Aston Martin are attempting to sign Max Verstappen from Red Bull in a deal worth around £1billion – by far the most lucrative in Formula 1 history. But former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has explained why the Dutchman will have no interest in joining the British team any time soon.

Jacques Villeneuve sees Lewis Hamilton ’s “hunger” as the main factor in prolonging his F1 career, rather than his age. Hamilton turned 40 earlier this month as he embarks on a new adventure with Ferrari for the upcoming season.

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Lewis Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari has captured Formula 1’s attention as fans “care”, unlike when it comes to Max Verstappen who could leave the sport and “nobody” would care. That’s the opinion of 1997 F1 World Champion Jacques Villeneuve,

Former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has sparked controversy by claiming Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari move is the most significant driver signing since Michael Schumacher, whilst dismissing Max Verstappen's importance to the sport.

Former F1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has claimed that Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari is the biggest move by a driver since Michael Schumacher moved to the Italian team.