Verstappen: 'Incredible' to equal Senna's F1 win record

Max Verstappen rarely bothers with statistics, but the Dutchman admitted to being proud to equal the win tally in Formula 1 of the great Ayrton Senna.

Verstappen was once again in a league of his own in Sunday's Canadian Grand Prix, the Dutchman delivering to Red Bull a milestone 100th victory in F1 while securing his 41st career win in the sport.

"I hate to compare different generations but, from my side, the only thing I can say is that when I was a little kid driving in go-karts, I was dreaming about being a Formula 1 driver, and I would've never imagined to win 41 Grands Prix," Verstappen said in Montreal.

"So, of course, to tie with Ayrton is something incredible. I'm proud of that, but of course, I hope it's not stopping here. I hope that we can keep on winning more races."

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Verstappen realised his winning track record over 171 races while Senna reached his 41-victory tally over 161 races.

However, the Dutchman won half of his 41 victories in the last 30 races, or since the beginning of F1's ground-effect era that started in 2022.

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While the two-time world champion sits in esteemed company in the history books, his accomplishments are first and foremost a testament to his exceptional driving abilities, fearless racing style, and unwavering commitment to success, but also to Red Bull's technical excellence.

"I have won 41 of [Red Bull's 100 wins], so we'll talk about maybe a new contract because of that!" added might Max.

"No honestly, it's a great achievement for the team. You know, we knew that this was the first opportunity to do so, and I'm happy that's done with a hundred.

"But again, I hope we win more than a hundred - so the new target's 200!"

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.