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While Verstappen’s brilliance is undeniable, Windsor recognizes that the Red Bull is a well-engineered car that encourages aggressive, focused driving. However, he argues Verstappen's skill amplifies the car's potential by nullifying the opposition, like McLaren, which was competitive but not enough to challenge the Red Bull dominance at Austin.
The discussion touches on the debate about whether Verstappen is merely a "fast car merchant" or genuinely a racing genius. Windsor refutes this simplistic label, citing Verstappen’s early self-awareness, mental maturity, and humility as reasons why he manages pressure, maintains focus, and avoids excesses of fame that could distract others—comparing him favorably to drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Räikkönen.