Verstappen: Departing Red Bull Would Require Something ‘Extraordinary’ after Father’s Remarks

Max Verstappen, the triple world champion at 26, stood by his father, Jos Verstappen, aged 52, while addressing recent remarks made by his father regarding Red Bull Racing’s team principal, Christian Horner. Jos Verstappen had expressed concerns about the potential ramifications of Horner’s continued leadership within the team, particularly in the aftermath of an independent investigation that cleared Horner of misconduct allegations.

The younger Verstappen emphasized his commitment to his role as a driver and downplayed the significance of his father’s comments, stating that his primary focus remains on his performance on the track. When pressed about the possibility of leaving Red Bull Racing at the end of the season, Max Verstappen acknowledged that such a scenario would require extraordinary circumstances but reiterated that it was not his intention.

Despite the tensions surrounding the team’s leadership, Verstappen emphasized the importance of maintaining focus on racing and achieving success on the track. Red Bull Racing’s dominance in the previous season, winning 21 out of 22 races, underscores the significance of their performance-oriented approach.

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Verstappen defended his father’s outspoken nature, describing him as truthful and emphasizing their close relationship. While acknowledging his father’s candidness, Verstappen maintained his focus on the upcoming Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and declined to delve into potential regrets regarding his father’s comments.

Jos Verstappen, a former Formula 1 racer and teammate of the legendary Michael Schumacher, is known for his outspoken nature but is not present at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix this weekend.