Max Verstappen
Born: September 30, 1997 (age 27)
Height: 5' 11" (181cm)
Hometown: Hasselt, Belgium
Nationality: 
Dutch
DutchTeam: Red Bull
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Tsunoda 'would have deserved' Perez's seat - Marko
Yuki Tsunoda took the news of losing the 2025 Red Bull Racing seat to Liam Lawson "relatively calmly," according to team advisor Dr Helmut Marko.
Dec 20, 11:00
Verstappen brushes off 'good person' Norris' comments
Max Verstappen says he holds no hard feelings toward Lando Norris after the McLaren driver retracted a controversial comment made during their intense 2024 title battle.
Dec 19, 08:40
Verstappen says Aston Martin move 'never discussed'
Max Verstappen has denied ever contemplating a move to Aston Martin, despite the team's recruitment of Red Bull's technical mastermind Adrian Newey.
Dec 19, 08:10
Relationships with Russell and Norris 'fine' - Verstappen
Max Verstappen insists his relationships with Formula 1 rivals George Russell and Lando Norris remain intact despite moments of tension during the 2024 season.
Dec 18, 08:45
Perez's Red Bull exit confirmed by multiple outlets
Sergio Perez's definite and imminent departure from Red Bull Racing for the 2025 season is being widely reported by multiple respected media outlets.
Dec 18, 07:56
Perez's struggles 'weren't always his fault' - Verstappen
Max Verstappen has defended his under-pressure teammate Sergio Perez, insisting the Mexican's struggles with the 2024 Red Bull car "weren't always his fault."
Dec 17, 10:45
Verstappen downplays Mercedes move despite talks with Wolff
Max Verstappen has downplayed speculation about his future with Red Bull Racing, confirming talks with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff earlier this year but reiterating his loyalty to his current team.
Dec 17, 09:15
Norris retracts criticism of Verstappen's Brazil performance
Lando Norris has retracted a controversial remark he made about Max Verstappen's Brazilian Grand Prix performance, which many had interpreted as dismissive of the Red Bull driver's skill.
Dec 16, 10:15
F1 figures warn 25 races would push sport beyond limits
With the prospect of an African Grand Prix edging closer, key figures in Formula 1 insist that the sport's calendar should not exceed its current 24-race limit.
Dec 16, 08:15
Verstappen praised by FIA for 'F-word' community service effort
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has praised Max Verstappen for fulfilling his community service obligation in Rwanda with enthusiasm and grace.
Dec 16, 07:45
Verstappen, Russell tension eases after heated spat
The tension between Max Verstappen and George Russell, which escalated during the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grand prix weekends, appears to have subsided.
Dec 13, 09:00
Tsunoda hopes Abu Dhabi test boosts Red Bull chances
Yuki Tsunoda revealed that his goal during Tuesday's test in Max Verstappen's championship-winning Red Bull car in Abu Dhabi was to "impress."
Dec 11, 10:00
Verstappen avoid penalty after FIA 'stupid idiots' remark
Max Verstappen will not face additional penalties for referring to Formula 1 stewards as "stupid idiots" during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix season finale.
Dec 11, 09:00
Lawson's smile fuels speculation as Perez verdict looms
Liam Lawson's demeanor in Abu Dhabi may have offered a subtle clue about his Formula 1 future as Red Bull edges closer to announcing its driver lineups for 2025.
Dec 10, 09:00
Elkann sure Hamilton arrival will boost Ferrari in '25
Ferrari team boss Frederic Vasseur believes the arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2025 will provide the Italian team with a much-needed "boost" as it continues its quest for championship success.
Dec 10, 08:30
Verstappen jokes about FIA penalties amid 'stupid idiots' backlash
Max Verstappen's comments during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix may have further strained his relationship with the FIA.
Dec 9, 09:40
Lando Norris dominates Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to seal Constructors title for McLaren
McLaren end a 26-year wait for another Formula 1 Constructors title as Lando Norris cruises to victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Dec 8, 14:46
Signs of reconciliation between Verstappen and Russell
Max Verstappen and George Russell appear to be working towards mending their fractured relationship.
Dec 8, 13:00
Fatherhood will not affect Verstappen's F1 speed, says Jos
Max Verstappen's father, Jos Verstappen, is confident that becoming a parent won't slow down the four-time Formula 1 world champion.
Dec 8, 12:00
Alonso - I deserve F1's qualifying recognition
Fernando Alonso has described the 2024 season as his strongest yet in Formula 1 qualifying.
Dec 8, 08:52
Russell-Verstappen feud sparks political speculation
George Russell's escalating feud with Max Verstappen is capturing the attention of the Formula 1 paddock, with suggestions emerging that there may be a political or strategic angle behind the Mercedes driver's actions.
Dec 7, 09:50
F1 bosses enter Verstappen-Russell war of words
Tensions are running high in Abu Dhabi as Formula 1's longest season nears its conclusion, with Max Verstappen and George Russell locked in a heated feud following their Qatar GP clash.
Dec 6, 16:09
Red Bull eyes Lawson, Hadjar for 2025 F1 promotions
Red Bull looks set to make significant changes to its driver line-up for 2025, with Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar poised for major promotions within the structure of the brand's two F1 teams.
Dec 6, 09:25
Zandvoort can survive F1 exit, says circuit designer
The Zandvoort circuit can thrive even after the Dutch Grand Prix's departure from the Formula 1 calendar following the 2026 season, according to its designer.
Dec 6, 08:25
Red Bull's 2025 driver plans emerge amid speculation
Red Bull Racing's driver line-up for 2025 is starting to take definitive shape, with speculation growing about changes within the team.
Dec 5, 11:00
Dutch GP ending at Verstappen's peak, says Zandvoort chief
The Dutch Grand Prix organisers have confirmed that the decision to end Zandvoort's presence on the Formula 1 calendar after 2026 was entirely their own.
Dec 5, 10:00
Zak Brown predicts tough road ahead for Red Bull
Both McLaren and Red Bull appear to concur that the energy drink-owned F1 team is unlikely to start the 2025 season as the outright favourite.
Dec 4, 11:00
Dutch GP to exit Formula 1 after 2026
The Dutch Grand Prix will no longer feature on the Formula 1 calendar after 2026, according to a report from the authoritative local newspaper De Telegraaf.
Dec 4, 07:15
Alonso backs Verstappen in Russell grid penalty dispute
Fernando Alonso has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Max Verstappen's one-place grid penalty in Qatar, appearing to side with the Red Bull driver against George Russell.
Dec 3, 12:15
Red Bull favours Hadjar over Colapinto for F1 promotion
Isack Hadjar has emerged as a leading candidate for a Formula 1 race seat within the Red Bull program, according to team boss Christian Horner.
Dec 3, 10:45
McLaren CEO Brown downplays tensions with Verstappen
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has shrugged off suggestions that he and Red Bull driver Max Verstappen have lingering issues after recent public exchanges.
Dec 3, 10:15
Verstappen holds 'mature' discussion with FIA president
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has pushed back against Formula 1 drivers' complaints about his leadership, while Max Verstappen reportedly held a "mature" meeting with the governing body chief.
Dec 2, 10:20
Alonso - 'I'm probably too confident about abilities'
Fernando Alonso has emphasized that his confidence remains unshaken, even in challenging circumstances with an uncompetitive car, contrasting with recent questions about Lewis Hamilton's pace and motivation.
Dec 2, 10:00
Verstappen blasts Russell - 'I can't stand him'
Max Verstappen launched a scathing attack on George Russell after securing victory at the Qatar Grand Prix.
Dec 2, 09:40
Max Verstappen wins controversial Qatar Grand Prix after Lando Norris penalty
Max Verstappen emerges victorious from the Qatar Grand Prix on Sunday evening, helped by a controversial penalty handed to Lando Norris.
Dec 1, 18:33
Hamilton's issues due to car, not decline in talent - Wolff
Toto Wolff has defended Lewis Hamilton after the seven-time world champion candidly and alarmingly admitted his struggles in the 2024 Mercedes, describing himself as simply "slow."
Dec 1, 16:00
Norris continues to deliver despite criticism - Sainz
Carlos Sainz has come to the defence of his former McLaren teammate Lando Norris, who has faced criticism during his 2024 campaign for mistakes and perceived mental weaknesses.
Dec 1, 15:00
Marko 'not overlooking' Tsunoda for Perez replacement
Dr Helmut Marko has assured that Red Bull is not "overlooking" Yuki Tsunoda as a potential replacement for Sergio Perez, amid the Mexican driver's ongoing struggles in 2024.
Nov 30, 09:20
Ferrari not upgrading with Hamilton in 2025 - Sainz
Carlos Sainz has declared he is "100 percent convinced" that he is as capable as both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, as he prepares to leave Ferrari against his will at the end of the season.
Nov 30, 08:50
Leclerc and Norris respond to Verstappen's championship claim
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc have pushed back against Max Verstappen's bold claim that he could have won the 2024 world championship in any top car.
Nov 29, 11:15
