Four-time Formula 1 champion Alain Prost expressed admiration for Max Verstappen's achievements in an interview with GP Blog, stating that Verstappen fully deserves his four titles.
Being a four-time world champion is something to be proud of. And Max can be proud of that when he looks back on his career. He hasn't stolen any of his titles. You can have a bit of luck, like I did in 1986, but you have to know how to secure it.
Alain Prost for GP Blog
Prost compared himself to other four-time champions (Sebastian Vettel and Verstappen), while recalling how Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton joined their ranks, and also mentioned Juan Manuel Fangio, the first driver with four titles.
Prost highlighted Verstappen's exceptional talent, which draws both admiration and criticism, and likened his personality to that of other great champions.
Earlier, Verstappen's father spoke with RacingNews365, stating he hopes for increased competitiveness from Red Bull in the upcoming season.