Verstappen’s bombshell about his F1 future: “I hope nothing changes, otherwise…”

The Red Bull driver, reigning two-time champion, threatened to quit the competition, making clear his discomfort with the Sprint race.

Max VerstappenRed Bull pilot and current two-time champion of Formula 1has issued a stark warning about his future in competition, making clear his discomfort with races sprint, modality that will have more editions in this year’s calendar.

“I hope nothing changes too much, otherwise I won’t be here long”launched the Dutchman in an interview with Motorsport week, as the Azerbaijan Grand Prix approaches, which will take place on the last weekend of April and where the Sprints will return.

“Even if you change the format, I don’t think it’s in the DNA of Formula 1 to do this kind of racing speed and I don’t know why we should change the DNA of the sport,” said Max Verstappen, without a filter . . He added: “We’re going to have seasons where you have 24/25 runs at a time, because that’s where we’re heading, and if then we start adding more things, it won’t be worth it to me.”

“I don’t enjoy that. And for me, a sprint race is about surviving, it’s not about running.” And he judged: “For me, when you have a fast car, there’s nothing to risk. I’d rather keep it alive and make sure I have a good race on Sunday.

Verstappen’s proposal of possible changes for Formula 1

Max Verstappen announced the change he will make in Formula 1: “I understand, of course, that they want to have something exciting every day. But I think it’s better to cut the weekend shortjust race on Saturday and Sunday and make those two days exciting.

“How to get more action? Bring the cars closer, make more teams that can fight for the victory. It’s going to be a good show. If we have six, seven teams fighting for a win, that’s crazy.. So you don’t really need to change anything.” said.