Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has shared a fascinating perspective regarding the upcoming championship battle on the grid. Assessing the competitive landscape, he believes that Ferrari holds a golden opportunity to break rival dominance and secure the drivers' world title next season.
This assessment follows the impressive performances displayed by the Maranello squad throughout the current campaign. Although Mercedes recently clinched the constructors' world championship at the Brazilian Grand Prix, the SF-26 chassis is regarded as exceptionally well-balanced and one of the most manageable packages on the entire grid.
Speaking in an interview with Thunderpick, Montoya analyzed the immense potential possessed by the team's star drivers. He emphasized that the combination of raw speed from Charles Leclerc alongside the arrival of Lewis Hamilton provides an extraordinary new dimension of strength inside the Italian garage.
"Red Bull is moving in the right direction and will certainly be among the protagonists next year, but I think Ferrari could pull off a surprise. It could be Charles, it could be Lewis, but I believe Ferrari has a chance. The SF-26 is the most manageable car on the grid, it just lacks a bit of downforce and engine power," Montoya stated.
The former racing star added that if he had to make a completely safe prediction for the championship fight, established contenders like Max Verstappen or Kimi Antonelli would top his list. However, he openly admitted that he would prefer to take a bold gamble on the Prancing Horse.
"If I had to make a cautious prediction for next year, I would probably back Antonelli or Verstappen to win the championship. But if I wanted to take a bit of a risk, I would bet on Ferrari as world champions next year," he concluded. Read our in-depth paddock analysis for more updates.
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