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He finished the season 146 points clear of Charles Leclerc in the drivers' standings, also leading Horner's team to a first Constructors' title since 2013. And he'll be
favourite to prevail again this season, given the apparent gap in pace to rivals Mercedes and Ferrari. There was an impressive showing from Verstappen and teammate Sergio Perez during three
days of pre-season testing in Bahrain last week, and the same venue will host the season opener this Friday to Sunday. And it will come following an off-season where the protege afforded
himself a holiday abroad in a rare period of relaxation. He was also a guest at Geri Horner - the wife of Christian - 50th birthday event last year. And it was in the midst of that event
that Horner lavished praise on the intensity of his No 1 driver. JUST IN: MERCEDES BRING NEW UPGRADES TO BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX AFTER PRE-SEASON STRUGGLES
