Reflecting on the legacy of Jacques Villeneuve

It is difficult to fathom that thirty years have passed since the electric arrival of Jacques Villeneuve in Formula 1. Looking back at his career as the 1997 World Champion, it remains clear that he was an exceptionally talented, exciting, and underrated force in the sport.

The nature of covering racing means you often track the development of brilliant young drivers long before they reach the grid. Journalists frequently make a point to seek out rising stars, much like the process involving Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli, who were monitored well before their graduation to the top level of motorsport.