Max Verstappen
Born: September 30, 1997 (age 26)
Height: 5' 11" (181cm)
Hometown: Hasselt, Belgium
Nationality: Dutch
Team: Red Bull
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Vasseur eyes teams' title for Ferrari amid challenges
Achieving the team championship in 2024 remains Ferrari's priority, acknowledges team chief Frederic Vasseur, though he concedes that surpassing Max Verstappen for the drivers' title appears unlikely at this point.
Mar 28, 07:33
Antonelli inches closer to F1 dream with Mercedes test
Mercedes is accelerating Kimi Antonelli's progression to a Formula 1 driver's seat with a planned test in a Mercedes F1 car.
Mar 28, 07:30
Carlos Sainz Sr seeks title-contending seat for son in 2025
Toto Wolff joins Christian Horner in spotlighting Carlos Sainz as a potential candidate for a premier racing seat in 2025. Despite his standout performance as the sole driver to eclipse a Red Bull in the last two seasons, Sainz remains uncontracted for the upcoming year.
Mar 27, 08:15
Speculation grows over Verstappen's rare DNF amid Red Bull unrest
The mystery behind Max Verstappen's unexpected technical withdrawal from the Melbourne race, marking his first such incident in two years due to a jammed rear brake and a subsequent fire, continues to grow. Brembo, a top Formula 1 brake provider, has refuted claims that the issue stemmed from a fault in their components, suggesting instead that it was "probably" a result of how the car was set up.
Mar 27, 08:12
Max successor?: Fresh rumours over Alonso's Red Bull switch
In the latest buzz amongst Formula 1 insiders, "completely new rumours" involving Fernando Alonso and Red Bull are making the rounds, as per insights from ex-F1 competitor Ralf Schumacher.
Mar 26, 08:43
Marko assures: Red Bull dominance to return after Melbourne mishap
Despite Red Bull's Melbourne setback against Ferrari, Dr. Helmut Marko is not worried about their performance. Carlos Sainz's victory at the Australian Grand Prix has left many wondering if Ferrari can consistently challenge Red Bull's supremacy in the races ahead.
Mar 25, 08:03
The race for Sainz: Four F1 teams in the mix for 2025
Carlos Sainz is now a hot topic among a growing list of Formula 1 teams eyeing him for the 2025 season.
Mar 25, 08:02
Changing guard: Tsunoda's rise and Ricciardo's likely F1 exit
As one driver sets his sights on ascending to the very pinnacle of the Formula 1 grid, his teammate appears to be approaching the sport's exit.
Mar 24, 13:10
Williams criticised for inadequate 2024 season preparation
Williams continues to face scrutiny over its questionable preparation levels for the 2024 Formula 1 season.
Mar 24, 13:09
Pirelli aims to spice up F1 with tyre choice in '24
In an effort to inject more excitement into Formula 1 races in 2024, Pirelli is taking deliberate steps.
Mar 24, 13:08
Carlos Sainz Jr wins Australian Grand Prix after early Max Verstappen retirement
Carlos Sainz Jr wins the Australian Grand Prix - just 16 days after appendix surgery - after Max Verstappen suffers an early retirement in his Red Bull.
Mar 24, 08:06
Max Verstappen edges out Carlos Sainz Jr for Australian Grand Prix pole
Max Verstappen again qualifies on pole for the Australian Grand Prix, sealing first place on the grid for the third time this season.
Mar 23, 09:17
Wolff waits patiently for Verstappen amid Red Bull's internal drama
Toto Wolff has confirmed his intention to continue "waiting" for Max Verstappen amidst the ongoing unrest within Red Bull and the issues surrounding Christian Horner.
Mar 23, 08:49
Marko acknowledges Ferrari's speed ahead of Australian GP
Max Verstappen faces a challenging battle to secure his third straight victory of 2024, conceding before qualifying that "Ferrari is certainly fast".
Mar 23, 08:43
Marko signals change as Ricciardo and Tsunoda struggle
A major decision is looming large for Sergio Perez, Daniel Ricciardo, and Yuki Tsunoda, as they navigate Red Bull's notorious sword of Damocles.
Mar 23, 08:41
F1's fresh faces Antonelli & Bearman eye 2025 seats
Formula 1 is poised to welcome two rookies to its ranks in 2025, following a season devoid of any full-time young newcomers - a situation that has drawn widespread critique.
Mar 22, 16:28
Verstappen quells 2026 engine worries amid Red Bull exit talk
Max Verstappen has moved to quash rumors that his potential and rumoured departure from Red Bull might be more linked to concerns over the 2026 engine regulations rather than the ongoing issues surrounding Christian Horner.
Mar 22, 16:27
Calm amid the storm: Verstappen addresses turmoil amid restructure rumours
The obvious tension surrounding Red Bull's internal disagreements and apparent power struggles has subsided in Melbourne, yet behind-the-scenes whispers persist.
Mar 22, 16:22
Report: Horner targets CEO role at Red Bull's parent company
Christian Horner is reportedly eyeing the position of CEO within the energy drink giant, amidst the ongoing scandal and power dynamics at Red Bull Racing, hinting at ambitions that extend beyond the realm of Formula 1.
Mar 21, 16:07
Ricciardo considers possible farewell to F1 in 2024
Daniel Ricciardo concedes that the current season might signal the conclusion of his Formula 1 career.
Mar 21, 16:04
Horner wants to be energy drink CEO - report
Christian Horner has set his sights on becoming the CEO of the energy drink company CEO.
Mar 21, 07:05
Ricciardo admits 2024 could be final year in F1
Daniel Ricciardo admits that 2024 could be his last season in Formula 1.
Mar 21, 07:02
Mid-season RB seat would not be ideal - Lawson
Liam Lawson admits it would not be ideal if he was drafted into RB's team lineup in the middle of the season.
Mar 20, 07:22
Aramco eyeing Aston Martin, Newey and Verstappen - rumour
Rumours are emerging that Aston Martin's main F1 sponsor, Saudi Arabian state-owned oil company Aramco, is shaping up to potentially take over the team.
Mar 20, 07:21
Horner should quit Red Bull immediately - Schumacher
While the intensity of the Christian Horner scandal has subsided somewhat, former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher still thinks the long-time Red Bull boss should quit.
Mar 19, 06:50
Verstappen's level of dominance 'not normal' - Lobato
Long-time Spanish F1 commentator Antonio Lobato doubts Max Verstappen will win every single grand prix this season.
Mar 19, 06:49
Formula E boss warns of F1 fan exodus amid dominance
The persistent supremacy of Max Verstappen in Formula 1 could lead fans to "disappear," suggests Jeff Dodds, the new CEO of Formula E, a series once considered a potential rival to F1's popularity.
Mar 18, 16:40
Jos Verstappen calls for 'peace' amidst Red Bull turmoil
Jos Verstappen is seeking "peace" and "calm" to be reinstated in the background at Red Bull, as his son Max is overwhelmed with inquiries about Christian Horner's contentious leadership battle at each Grand Prix.
Mar 18, 16:36
Verstappen dominance will cause F1 fans to 'disappear'
Formula 1 fans may begin to "disappear" in the face of Max Verstappen's ongoing and overwhelming dominance.
Mar 18, 07:10
Max's father wants 'peace' and 'calm' restored at Red Bull
Jos Verstappen wants "peace" and "calm" restored behind the scenes at Red Bull because his son Max is bombarded with questions about the Christian Horner power struggle at every race.
Mar 18, 07:07
Wolff keeping close eye on future star Antonelli
Kimi Antonelli, who at 17 cannot yet even test a Formula 1 car, is nonetheless a top favourite to replace the Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next year.
Mar 15, 07:14
Hamilton may not 'keep up' in F1's new era - Schumacher
Another Formula 1 personality thinks Lewis Hamilton may struggle to keep up with Charles Leclerc at Ferrari next year.
Mar 14, 06:56
'Not fair' to delay 2025 plans for too long - Alonso
Fernando Alonso says he will not leave Aston Martin hanging for too long as he decides and negotiates his next move in Formula 1.
Mar 14, 06:55
Wolff not ruling out attracting Newey to Mercedes
Toto Wolff is not ruling out a scenario in which Max Verstappen, Dr Helmut Marko and even Adrian Newey all switch from Red Bull to Mercedes.
Mar 14, 06:53
Hamilton will struggle to beat Leclerc at Ferrari - Briatore
Lewis Hamilton runs the risk of being humbled by team incumbent Charles Leclerc at Ferrari next year.
Mar 13, 06:44
Three star drivers top Mercedes' 2025 shortlist
Three top drivers are clearly at the top of the shortlist to succeed Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next year.
Mar 13, 06:42
Marko says Ricciardo must improve at RB team
Once apparently destined to re-join Red Bull Racing, Daniel Ricciardo could actually now be under pressure even to stay with the junior 'RB' team.
Mar 12, 07:28
F1 'experimenting too much' with sport's traditions
Formula 1's new owners are "experimenting too much" with the tried-and-tested weekend race format.
Mar 12, 07:27
Red Bull may not win every single race in 2024 - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko thinks Red Bull can be beaten in 2024 - but only in certain individual grands prix.
Mar 11, 07:01
Horner faces sack, as F1 scandal heat rises again
Just as the Red Bull power struggle looked set to switch from boil to simmer, the heat has been turned back up - this time on Christian Horner yet again.
Mar 11, 06:56