Max Steps Up by Peter Windsor

It's early-morning work-out time but Peter Windsor is mainly energised by Max Verstappen's chances if/when the 2020 F1 season finally begins. If there's one driver out there who could blindside the rest of them it'll be Max, he believes - and he explains his reasons as he climbs the fire escape steps of a former 60s London office block. There are also some thoughts on Valtteri Bottas, Carlos Sainz, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc; and a taste of what's coming up over the next few days on on this channel.
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[@naliali]

WOW .... Kind of finally understand now a bit Peter ..... I remember watching an interview you did , where you said , Formula 1 to you was about the car and driver in perfect harmony at the limit , now makes sense .... the issue is normal folks like us who watch on TV and I go to US GP every year in Texas from Cali, can't spot these things, thanks for the great insight

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks very much. It's brilliant that every driver is different. Working out WHY they are different is what F1 is all about (in my opinion).

[@BillSidorvich]

Awesome video - I’ve only been following F-1 since 2016 and you’re changing the way I view the sport and drivers for the good ! So appreciate your insights- you’re a man to be listened too- it’s so true about God given gifts - we can all improve but some have special gifts and you’re one of them - thank you so much for sharing - even your work out - cheers and take care 😎

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks Bill. Very kind. Be safe.

[@alexlamas6324]

If anyone is going to take it away from Lewis it's Max. Until the new regs kick in, this season is the only chance Max has to take the championship. Charles is good but I don't think he has the car this year to really be a threat.

[@matthewd6306]

Max also has a chance next year because the new regs were pushed back to 2022 and Lewis Hamilton is not getting any younger. Age will start to take a toll on Hamilton in the near future and he's not going to get any better, he already hit his peak. Meanwhile Max hasn't hit his peak yet. He has improved every year in F1 so far. Last year Max drove nearly flawless and caused less crashes than Hamilton.

[@peterwindsor]

I don't think Ferrari this year will be as effective, all round, as Red Bull-Honda. That's great for Max.

[@unklesuga1644]

Peter talk to us when your pulse rate is lower , it's hard to take in your valuable F1 information when you're trying to catch your breath.

[@peterwindsor]

I...will....when....I....next....have....a.....slot......:)

[@unklesuga1644]

@@peterwindsor 😅 Savage!

[@craigsips8677]

Just eager to get this year started.

[@techtipsuk]

You and me both mate

[@peterwindsor]

I too!

[@Pogosoke]

Nice pun but just sit down to talk next time lol

[@peterwindsor]

The pun came afterwards! I had to do the workout and had a full day thereafter! :)

[@adalke2]

Wonderful insight into Charles’ skill, thank you!

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks. For some reason quite a lot of fans don't seem to rate Charles as highly as I/you. To me, he's very similar to Jackie Stewart in the way he drives (technically-speaking). Maybe that makes him a tad slower than Max or Lewis but he makes up for it in a couple of other good areas.

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

It's long been said that there are some drivers who, if you watch them in the cockpit, don't look like they're doing much, but when it comes down to it are a lot faster than at first appears. Prost is a prime example of that. Senna was always closer to the edge, but they were able to drive at the same pace. I'm not saying one style is better than the other, just that there are a lot of "smooth" drivers who end up underrated regarding their ability when compared to the more visually exciting ones. It's not all the champions who were fully smooth or totally exciting, but all the greats were (are) the most naturally gifted IMHO, sometimes to their detriment. I've seen some who had so much natural potential but they didn't take it seriously enough. It's those who do who are amazing! Looking forward to the Surtees film. Been a big fan of his for a very long time. Talk about underrated (by those who don't know much history), Surtees was/is barely ever mentioned. I often wonder how he felt after the magnesium car disaster (whoever thought of that was an idiot!), because he'd taken one look at it and refused to drive it because it was too dangerous. And this was a 2 time motorcycle GP world champion during the days of hay bales and far more frequent deaths than in the mobile coffins being raced on 4 wheels, so anyone maligning his bravery hasn't got a clue what they're talking about. He should have been so much better recognised 😞

[@Bahamuttiamat]

@Mandy B You're absolutely correct. Senna played closer to the limit which gave him an edge in quali but doing so hurt his race pace. He was rarely, if ever faster than Prost during the race - unless it rained. Nick Hedfield said in a recent podcast, he was at the swimming pool chichane in monaco 07, comparing lewis vs fernando. He said both were extraordinary in their precision and proximity to the wall. Hamilton more so than Alonso, but was more inconsistent. Being at the ragged edge gives high peak performance but more oscillation in pace. By dialling it back a notch or two, it unlocks greater average speed. This ability seems to develop with age, as with most things in life.

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks for great thoughts. Agree with you all the way, with the proviso that footwork is critical and we very rarely - if ever - get to see the footwork.

[@thesaintscorner4490]

Brilliant stuff sir 🙌🏽

[@peterwindsor]

Very kind. Thanks. I've always been a fan of The Saint.

[@rossrreyes]

Geeez all these stairs got me tired

[@peterwindsor]

Tell me about it! :)

[@peterwindsor]

Ha ha. And that was just that morning. Non-stop since then!!!

[@lestercombs1871]

Had to quit. Stairs killing me

[@peterwindsor]

Haha. I never used the Stairmaster in the gym so it takes a bit of getting used to.

[@iulian2548]

Peter, I really enjoy hearing your drivers' insights. Few journalists have what it takes for something like this. I miss Rob Wilson material form a few years back, when he claimed Kimi would defeat Fernando. Maybe you can hook up with Rob for a material regarding Seb, he is quite an enigma to many. Why didn't he deliver in the V6 era? I remember Mark Webber saying that Seb's strength were slow corners. Maybe these heavier cars made it more difficult for him? Keep up the good work(outs)!

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks. Good point by Mark - but then that's partly because Mark was always so good on fast corners...:)

[@cancracker]

Bottom line, the next 3 championships will be special because of the unusual circumstances they will be run under. So even midfield teams have a chance if they nail it like Brawn did in 2009.

[@genehendrix1847]

Bit early for this, we don't really know anything about how the new cars will be performing (and that is and always will be the most important factor).

[@peterwindsor]

True. Good point. I think we know enough to say that the Red Bull-Honda looks pretty good and that, at present, the Ferrari is a bit away from them. Mercedes we kind of take for granted. That's what we kind of know from testing. When they hit the road, though, as you say, it could be different.

[@ACMEpowersports]

Loved it. Real.

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks. Different, anyway...:)

[@Igbon5]

"gasp gasp gasp ..... EEK!.....ooooh..

[@chandranjayaraman8407]

Very nice in depth analysis sir....I hope you can sit with Charles and explain to him and encourage him to think like Max...totally carefree and not hold back just cos he is driving for Ferrari.

[@peterwindsor]

Haha. It's very difficult for Ferrari drivers to overcome all the pressure but if anyone can, Charles can.

[@chandranjayaraman8407]

peterwindsor Appreciate your reply and glad to hear your confidence in Charles. I just wish he can beat max fair and square on the track.

[@graham.w89]

What type of apartment building do you live in ?, looks very industrial or something 😅

[@DavidMiras]

Converted docks/warehouse, typical in London...

[@Huipie81]

It’s a fire escape.....

[@peterwindsor]

It is an ex-industrial building, as you surmise. Built in 1967. Restored in 1998. Lord Brockett is my neighbour!

[@andretorgal8436]

I imagine you've figured it out from all the other comments, but I have to ask: when did you think shooting a video going up and down steps, crazy shoes and breathing noise included, was a good idea? And, I'm even more curious about this, after seeing, listening and editing the footage, you still thought it was publishable? First time I didn't watch one of your videos to the end. If you read this I hope you see the compliment in there.

[@yerrie1908]

you don't have to watch and listen

[@StephenLee529]

I agree with Max having a really good chance at a championship. Depending on which tracks are in play and a bit of good luck he has a great chance. He will have to limit his mistakes as we won’t have a long season to make up points. It’s going to be a sprint season. I like Max’s chances. Valtterie has a shot, I think Seb is going to be very aggressive too. Lewis will be Lewis as long as the Merc is reliable.

[@erichaskell]

Would love to see a big shapeup in F1, all positive of course.

[@peterwindsor]

Yes, change is always good (I think). If there's a shorter championship, it could be very different in terms of ultimate results.

[@erichaskell]

peterwindsor This season there appears to be a great deal of pent up energy, LeClerc, Verstappen, Ricardo, Vettel not to fail mentioning Hamilton. I imagine the first corner/lap of the first race is going to be dramatic!

[@mosca3289]

I’m ok with the workout 😁

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks! No impact there. Just legs and aerobics.

[@felonybebopclub2182]

i have a long 6 flight walk up too,,no elevator,,everyday,,nyc

[@peterwindsor]

Excellent. I think. Not sure about carrying all the shopping....

[@jamesavickers5961]

I am exhausted just watching you ha ha haha grazie ciao

[@peterwindsor]

You should try doing it!!

[@zhommes7315]

What did you see of Charles the past three to for years?

[@zhommes7315]

Charles was just a shade of himself when the FIA finally stept in

[@peterwindsor]

I was quite impressed in the GP3 years but became convinced when he was in GP2.

[@andre.1984]

I think that Bottas will be Lewis' biggest problem this year. He was really sharp last year, and he's probably as hungry as ever, in the top car, against a perhaps more distracted, post-peak Lewis.

[@syncrosimon]

Completely agree about Lewis, will he have that same Need to Win after the break. Vettel just wanted to be a dad really.

[@peterwindsor]

Haha. Or, put another way, Seb's had an incredible career so far, so maybe it's time to enjoy life a little?

[@BlueJazzBoyNZ]

Informed about nuance

[@DavidMiras]

Gosh, here is me at 41 thinking that my 5 flights climbing is good.... Tip of the hat Peter 😏👌🏼

[@peterwindsor]

Ha ha. I'm sure you're a much fitter man than I!

[@holycrapper1035]

Max and Hamilton are on a different level then leclerc. Leclerc isn't there yet, maybe he will in the future

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks for your opinion. I see it differently but that's ok.

[@jamesavickers5961]

I totally agree about bottas let’s hope toto keeps him for a long time to come ciao

[@peterwindsor]

Yes, he's very much a forgotten person at present. This is his big chance.

[@ajwasp3642]

Heart rate the same as Botas. Not bad.

[@peterwindsor]

Haha.. If only.

[@kennethvanzanten7758]

Peter, when or where did you first see Max Verstappen?? And what did you think of him then ??

[@Duyf]

I think that Peter saw Max at the F1 circuits all over the world when he was just a little kid. The Schumacher family were very close with the Verstappens. They went on holidays togeter. Here are some links: Jos Verstappen with Michael Schumacher: media.gettyimages.com/photos/arrows-driver-jos-verstappen-talks-with-michael-schumacher-of-ferrari-picture-id651400144?s=2048x2048 Michael Schumacher with Max Verstappen: wtf1.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/ms-verstappen.jpg Max mom Sophie with Max and Michael" www.ad.nl/formule-1/max-scheurt-al-19-jaar-door-het-leven~ad3219a7/71183920/ Throw this one on Google translate www.gpfans.com/nl/artikelen/11128/jos-verstappen-over-schumacher-samen-op-vakantie-prachtige-foto-s-van-hem-en-kleine-max/

[@peterwindsor]

F3. Big fan straight away. I know Jos pretty well so we were pretty tight in the unsettling period just before Red Bull finally signed him.

[@kennethvanzanten7758]

Thank you for your answer

[@blacktoothfox677]

Spry! Not sure 'languishing' is the right way to describe a stint in GT though... Walk back down! Different muscles.... Stay well 🍀

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks! The idea of the lift is to keep the pulse rate up but I take your point.

[@thomasshelby3464]

Can u analyse George Russell

[@hanstubben]

Charles must be aware of Carlos. It won't be the same as against Sebastian.

[@ClassicFormulaOne1]

I do not think Carlos will be as close to Leclerc as Vettel did in 2019

[@ClassicFormulaOne1]

Be careful Peter. You will wear out your knee bones like that.

[@peterwindsor]

Carlos isn't slow, that's for sure. But nor is he Charles Leclerc.

[@maat8032]

shortened szn. or not. he is ready now. so is red bull. and so is Honda

[@MrDieselakias]

If Sainz/Vettel are manipulative type drivers and Lewis/LeClerc are not, what is Jenson Button?

[@peterwindsor]

Jenson very, very good but in my view his weak point was living with the back end when it wasn't planted. Not a Vettel thing. More a crosswind thing. T9 at Barcelona and Becketts not really Jenson corners.

[@peterwindsor]

No-one better than Jenson, though, in terms of perfect throttle-brake application. Not a millisecond of overlap (if that's what he is aiming for). And Kimi-like power application.

[@andrewstorm8240]

Work out video

[@peterwindsor]

For older guys like me! No impact! Lots of aerobic training!

[@DA-pn4rz]

Not good at multitasking? How many times have you commented and walked or driven thru traffic and never lost the flow?

[@peterwindsor]

You should see the trail of debris I leave behind....:)

[@HRM.H]

Cant imagine if max wins the championship. Will be loads of beer flowing.

[@peterwindsor]

Indeed. The Dutch certainly know how to celebrate.

[@peterwilkinson2912]

Watching you sweat makes me want to go down the pub for a beer.... Oh!! 8-)

[@peterwindsor]

Sounds as though you've got much the better deal!

[@Rob2]

Lewis said that "drivers will be rusty after this long break". But isn't that mainly referring to himself? I don't think Max and Charles will be rusty... They drive all the time in simulator races, which Lewis does not want to participate in. Also by the time racing starts again they probably do simulator sessions on the team's simulator. Lewis does not do that either. So, there will likely be a difference between Lewis and other top drivers, w.r.t. "being rusty".

[@peterwindsor]

Hmm. Not sure that sims get rid of the rust. They're very hand/eye. FEELING the dynamic weight is something very different - and I'm sure that it's this to which Lewis is referring.

[@Raysboss302]

Yep. The biggest handful of Charles will be Carlos.

[@peterwindsor]

You could be right there. I'm not so sure but then that's what F1 is all about....

[@keesvanr2378]

I usually like your videos, however this one IMHO is a classic case of form over function. I probably am more tired of trying to watch and listen than you of working-out.

[@peterwindsor]

Sorry about that Kees. I just had a couple of really full days ahead, so a video/workout was the only way I could plan it. Home-schooling is dominating things at present.

[@doctorscoot]

All that depends on whether Hamilton is switched on or not surely. If Hamilton brings his A game and in a reliable Mercedes (remember testing they had some question about that) - everyone else is toast. All he has to do is beat Bottas, which he will do if he is ‘on’. I think it’s boring but it’s true. Hamilton has 1% on any other driver and the Merc has 1% on all the other cars and that’s enough to keep that a winning combination.

[@peterwindsor]

Interesting percentages there....

[@Brusselpicker]

Leclerc will romp it, Ferrari have already had this years "improvement that no other team can manage system" approved by Ferrari Internal Affairs in return for the spending limit.

[@peterwindsor]

Interesting! Very interesting!

[@yerrie1908]

Charles is going to loose the battle with his teammate, Charles might be fast in 1 lap but Carlos is going to kick his as on sunday, Charles season was not that good on sunday and Charles is to nice

[@Huipie81]

No way

[@peterwindsor]

Interesting that you don't think Charles is much cop. Wonder why that is? To my eye he drives supremely well.

[@yerrie1908]

English is not my native language but i think I understand what much cop means. In any sport but even in F1 more I think were you have yo beat you’re teammate with the same equipement you have to say no. The best of the best (you know so much more then me on this, so weird for me to write this) were not nice guys, atleast not in the car with some exceptions as Lauda and Prost maybe but there is lot more involved then driving, politics is extremely important and no need to say even more at Ferrari

[@yerrie1908]

peterwindsor Max put out his shoulders in Austria and then Charles does it next race, doesn’t work like that, it’s in you or not. Sainz is tough, he’s not got play the 2nd driver role, Charles will need to step up, not his driving but his politics

[@yerrie1908]

peterwindsor 1 more thing, I think simply that Carlos was underrated last couple years, It changed last months last season but I think simply he is better then charles, maybe not on saturday but do think on sunday, the politics with his dad behind hem and his tougher appearance

[@Tjescoo]

All the comments about the talking while walking stairs... Do whatever you like!

[@peterwindsor]

Thanks! I agree!

[@janabella8schneider462]

Verstappened by Verstappen = Tarantined by Tarantino. Imho #forzaNetherlands #forzaMichaelSchumacher #forzaHerveLeclerc

[@businessjetguru1298]

This year isn’t about Max’s driving ability. It’s about the car. We simply don’t know where the cars are, right now. We do know that the Australian engines have been sidelined, because they have been superseded by updates. Would I bet against Hamilton, and Mercedes, given that the car is a minor iteration from the 2019 car? No, I wouldn’t. Also, you need to view recent interviews, with Hamilton. He has lost weight. He has Angela with him in Los Angeles. He hasn’t been distracted, and is hungrier than ever to return to driving. Your assumptions are based upon an outdated view of Hamilton’s life, outside of Formula Once. The weight of evidence is that ALL leading drivers are fit and motivated. My money is on Mercedes. Their engineering team is, by a very wide margin, the best in Formula One. Total unity of purpose, and superb leadership.

[@ajwasp3642]

It might be a little tougher without Niki.

[@peterwindsor]

Yes, saw that interview with Lewis.

[@saddist1Gtown]

I know this is an old video and many comments have already been registered here but I was not into F1 this season until now due to the COVID-19 and so must write. This is the first time I have to completely disagree with Peter and question whether he is in control of his mental faculties? Hw could he say blanketly that somehow Hamilton has not got the drive to start the shortened season in dominant form? Max is a talented driver but in my opinion massively overrated. Maybe Peter is in too deep with RedBull or something but I will be back here to witness his apology if he really is a gentleman because it is an insult to continually question the drive motivation and fitness level of Hamilton- I have not seen any other past or present F1 driver been put under such public scrutiny. The tracks which were selected for the shortened season are typically Hamilton tracks and Windsor should know that.

[@lpy2261]

this guy criticised hamilton silly back in 2007 2008....the exaggerations he’s laid on hamilton still don’t help me forget those criticisms.

[@peterwindsor]

Not sure to whom you're referring but I've been a massive fan of Lewis's driving since 2006. I had a bit of an argument with the ITV commentators that year, when they were pushing for Gary Paffett instead of Lewis as Montoya's replacement, and I took a lot of flak from the Rosberg guys in later years, when Lewis was at Merc. So, to make it clear: I think Lewis is the Gold Standard in F1 and have done for a long time.

[@techtipsuk]

Depressing looking work out that Peter. Get yer self some fresh air old lad. 😀

[@peterwindsor]

Yes, there is that. On the other hand, the place is completely deserted. The air is all there to be breathed.

[@NxDoyle]

The workout would probably be easier if you weren't wearing stilettos, Peter.

[@peterwindsor]

Yes - I was amazed by the noise when I played it afterwards. It's just very echo-ey there. Not much I can do about it. Put it this way: the stairs won't be the regular studio space. Thanks for watching.

[@jeanbobbb]

F1 will not return untill 2022..

[@ultrascreens5206]

We didnt need to hear all the breathing and footsteps man..

[@peterwindsor]

OK. I'll workout next time without breathing or moving....

[@ultrascreens5206]

peterwindsor lol by all means breathe and workout but maybe dont record an f1 vlog during it 😂

[@zandvoort8616]

Aren’t you taking a risk leaving your apartment unnecessarily at your age? I certainly hope you won’t be travelling out to any of the GP’s that may take place this year. It’s simply not worth the risk atm.

[@peterwindsor]

I was the only guy wearing a mask on the flight to and from Melbourne this year. I was ridiculed. I think things will be different now....

[@silverbackgrizzly668]

First

[@officialWWM]

Kanye Middle East no one cares.

[@silverbackgrizzly668]

@@officialWWM i noticed 🤐

[@theJobtube]

LeClerc is a more ‘manufactured’ driver where as Lewis an Max are more naturally gifted. I wouldn’t put LeClerc up there with Max and Lewis. LeClerc is just trying too hard to be that type of driver.

[@peterwindsor]

Interesting. Why do you say that? I would have said he's completely natural - the flip side of "manufactured". Incredibly supple with his inputs.

[@theJobtube]

@@peterwindsor Performance in the wet and it looks he is not as much at ease as Max or Lewis. It costs him a lot more focus and energy.

[@mxzrxp]

seeing as he has not done much in 5 seasons so is he really any good? I think he is the most overrated driver in fq through the 2019 season!

[@so8263]

Lol not done much, you must be joking

[@ronaldderooij1774]

You can't work out and do a video dude. Besides that, the workout is a bit overdone, isn't it? Also, there are only 2 drivers right up there right now. Hamilton and Verstappen. That's all and in that order. The rest is catching up.

[@peterwindsor]

Sorry. I disagree with you there on three counts. I did the video. It's my normal, daily workout. And I think Charles is up there with them. Sorry. Again.

[@georgenoel2948]

Peter i respect your views most of the times but this time you felt shot max will never be champion while Lewis is around seen

[@peterwindsor]

Well, I said what I feel. Thanks for watching.

[@glen7301]

For goodness sake. Take you excercise in private, before you have a heart attack, or give me one watching.

[@unklesuga1644]

😅

[@peterwindsor]

I was only working out at 60 per cent of my cardio limit. Isn't that what you're supposed to do?