Johnny Herbert raises his ‘devious suspicion’ about Lewis Hamilton and Max

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have been previously associated with the prospect of joining forces within a single Formula One team.

According to Johnny Herbert, determining the victor in a Formula One team consisting of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen would ultimately depend on which driver displayed more cunning. The ongoing discussion about the potential outcome if these rivals were teammates has been prevalent in the sport for the past few years.

Earlier in the year, there were casual connections between Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull. Despite Team Principal Christian Horner asserting that the seven-time champion inquired about a seat at Red Bull, Hamilton has refuted making such a request. He has now inked a new contract with Mercedes, dispelling speculations of a switch before 2024. Nevertheless, fans continue to speculate about the outcome of the World Drivers’ Championship if Hamilton and Verstappen were part of the same team.

Former Sky Sports pundit Herbert has entered the conversation, asserting that the one who displays the most cunning would emerge victorious. However, he also expresses skepticism about the practicality of such a setup. Herbert believes both Hamilton and Verstappen recognize the importance of being the number one driver to win races and championships. Drawing a parallel with the challenging dynamic between Senna and Post. he highlights the difficulty for team management in maintaining control in such situations, referencing Ron Dennis during their time at McLaren.