Windsor explained that Senna had a Hamilton-like linear style of driving but was better than the seven-time world champion in certain areas.

Three-time world champion Ayrton Senna is a legend of the sport, just like Mercedes driver Hamilton. However, according to Peter Windsor, while the two share a similar driving style, Senna’s brilliance was in his incredible precision on track. Senna was able to drive within inches of the surrounding track boundaries without fear.

As quoted by SilverArrows.net, Peter Windsor said of Lewis Hamilton and Ayrton Senna:

Lewis Hamilton understands why he is Max Verstappen’s “target”

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton claims he is Max Verstappen’s ’target’ due to the success the Briton has enjoyed since 2014. The 2021 championship rivals were miles apart for the majority of the 2022 season but collided at this year’s F1 Brazilian GP.

Hamilton is sympathetic towards Verstappen’s mentality, claiming he had a similar mindset when he entered Formula 1 back in 2007. The Briton had the worst season of his career since his debut last year, finishing without a single win.

Max Verstappen, on the other hand, had his most successful season yet, rewriting the record books with 15 wins in 2022.

Lewis Hamilton explained Max Verstappen’s ’target’ mentality, saying:

Hamilton continued:

It will be interesting to see whether Mercedes can build a car strong enough for Hamilton to take the fight to Verstappen once again in 2023.

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