How Verstappen’s team mates fared against him

Isack Hadjar is set to become Max Verstappen's eighth teammate at Red Bull, following the demotion of Yuki Tsunoda. Verstappen, a four-time World Champion, has seen various drivers partner him, with mixed results. Carlos Sainz and Daniel Ricciardo offered strong competition early on, but eventually, Verstappen's dominance became evident. Pierre Gasly and Alex Albon struggled to consistently match his pace and were eventually moved on. Sergio Perez had the longest and most successful tenure, securing supporting roles and occasional wins, but still lagged significantly behind Verstappen, ultimately parting ways after a challenging 2024. Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda's brief stints also highlighted the immense challenge of being Verstappen's teammate.