F1 News: Max Verstappen Discusses Possibility Of Moving Away From Red Bull
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."
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.
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.”
