F1 News: Max Verstappen Goes Above And Beyond To Help Those Affected By Emilia-Romagna Floods

It has been revealed that Max Verstappen was behind organising the sim race to raise money for those affected by the Emilia Romagna flooding.

Max Verstappen, known for his skills on-track both off and online, is now showing has been revealed to be the sole reason behind the upcoming sim race to support the residents of the flood-affected region in northern Italy this weekend. The Imola Grand Prix was cancelled due to heavy rain and flooding, leaving disappointment among fans and a challenging situation for the affected area.

In response, Verstappen, along with his sim racing teammate Atze Kerkhof, initiated the idea of a sim race as an alternative event to not only keep fans entertained, but to also raise money for those in need in the Emilia Romagna region. 

The online race, supported by AlphaTauri, aims to raise funds for those affected. The race will be streamed online, providing Formula 1 enthusiasts with an opportunity to watch the exciting virtual competition while also contributing to the relief efforts.

Verstappen's motivation behind the sim race goes beyond entertainment. Kerkhof explains: 

"Max himself came up with the idea of organising a sim race so that there is still something to do this weekend for the fans, but also to draw attention to what is happening in Emilia-Romagna and to support the people affected by the severe weather."

The sim race will feature various categories, including Formula 3 cars, Formula Ford cars, the Mazda MX-5, and a Toyota GR86. Verstappen, as a two-time Formula 1 world champion, will also participate in the races, showcasing his skills in the virtual realm that we all know to be dominating. Joining him will be other drivers, including Yuki Tsunoda, who are eager to contribute to the cause and help the flood-affected region.