F1 News: Max Verstappen Discusses Possibility Of Moving Away From Red Bull
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Max Verstappen opened up about the possibility of his entire F1 career unfolding under the Red Bull banner, terming it a "beautiful story". Although contracted with the team until the end of 2028, Verstappen has underscored car performance as a pivotal determinant of any future commitments beyond his current deal.
Key Takeaways:
- After being promoted from Toro Rosso in 2016, Verstappen has amassed 49 victories, making him Red Bull's most successful driver in terms of race wins.
- Expressing a fondness for Red Bull and feeling "at home" with the team, Verstappen acknowledges the appealing narrative that a whole career with one team could weave.
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"It would be a beautiful story if I could drive here forever, that's for sure, something that will be amazing," Verstappen shared in a conversation with
Sky Sports F1
, reflecting a genuine satisfaction with his current team.
"I'm really happy with where I am. I feel at home, I feel really happy with the people who are very close to me here in the team.
"For me, this is not something that I need to seek. I have a few more years left on my contract anyway, so I'm just enjoying the moment."
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Despite such contentment and the lustrous career he’s crafted with Red Bull, Verstappen remains pragmatic about the future, emphasising his performance-oriented mindset and innate desire for continuous self-improvement.
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Previous statements by the champion have illuminated his disinterest in middle-grid racing, citing an uncompromising need for a competitive car as integral to his continued allegiance with a team. He previously stated:
“I don't see myself spending three years in the midfield. I'd rather stay home or do something else. But again, I don't see that [RB not delivering] happening.”
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