The first races of the 2022 Formula 1 season gave Ferrari and Red Bull the label of great favorites. In Bahrain, Charles Leclerc managed to finish at the top of the standings, while in Saudi Arabia, Max Verstappen took the battle.
According to the always controversial and popular Flavio Briatore , the start of the 2022 season has turned out to be excellent in all aspects.
“It’s a completely different Formula 1,” the Italian told RAI . “I think it has become a better category for everyone. Even the United States rediscovered F1 , the example is that the tickets for the race in Miami were completely sold out in just three months.
Last year we saw an incredible finish with Verstappen and Hamilton, but this new season has started with a one-two for Ferrari in Bahrain, followed by one of the best races in recent years in Saudi Arabia.
“The two drivers [Leclerc and Verstappen] gave us a great duel. Everything was exactly as it should be: a fight to the limit, but without incident. This is great for F1 and also for all its fans. I really enjoyed that fight. “, he added.
Speaking about how the battle between the two could play out, Briatore said: “I would bet on Verstappen . I think he is the best driver in F1, we saw him last year, but now he is even more experienced. boss of a team with unlimited money, I’d sign both of them.”
“Also, Ferrari has finally built a really competitive car.”
“In the battle for the title, everything is possible. It is important that a team does everything right, without fail. If the best car crosses the finish line, it is very likely that it will win. The rest depends on the driver and the strategy. “.
“After a couple of races, Mercedes I think will join this battle. Hamilton is a fighter, he will never give up, he is still a great champion. I am sure he will return [to the leading group]. Fernando Alonso also looks very well”, concluded Flavio Briatore .
