He came, saw, and spoke—just like he always did. But that's precisely why we love Jacques Villeneuve: his powerful statements that sometimes miss the mark, sometimes are neutral, and sometimes painfully hit the mark...
Which of these final examples will be chosen is up to the reader. Even more so considering that the claim in the title isn't even the boldest one!
"If Max Verstappen were to disappear from F1, no one in the world would care... However, if Lewis Hamilton were to retire, it would be tantamount to an earthquake. Hamilton's move is the biggest event in the sport since a certain Michael Schumacher, who also moved from Benetton to Scuderia Ferrari. Regardless of his results, Lewis Hamilton is already considered the greatest driver of all time, largely because of his fan base.
Hamilton transcends Formula 1; he's no longer just a driver; he's broken the mold, and with the combination of the greatest F1 driver and perhaps the greatest brand in the world, that history can continue. He's completely different, and there aren't many drivers who can hold a candle to him! A lot depends on Lewis, and if he gets it right, he'll soar to the skies," Villeneuve flattered Hamilton.
