
Max Verstappen does not intend to stay in Formula 1 forever. The three-time world champion has repeatedly stated his desire to leave the discipline at the end of his contract, in 2028. He could therefore become the first driver in history to start and stop in the same team as indicated by his manager, Raymond Vermeulen.
For three seasons now, Max Verstappen dominate at Formula 1 and this is particularly starting to tire him. He has repeatedly emphasized his wish to change disciplines once his contract with Red Bull will end. In 2028, Max Verstappen could therefore become the first driver in history to start and stop in the same team. His manager Raymond Vermeulen took stock of the situation of his protégé.
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“This could be another story written by Verstappen”
« Why would Max change cars now? That doesn’t interest us. But the world is small, everything and everyone talks to each other, but we have a commitment until 2028. And as you can see, Max is his best situation, he drives without pressure. We’ll worry about that in 2028. Maybe Max will be the first driver to start and stop on the same team [Toro Rosso puis Red Bull, ndlr]. This could be another story written by Verstappen “, said Raymond Vermeulen in comments relayed by Nextgen-Auto. For him, signing until 2028 presented no risk because the clan Verstappen had confidence in Red Bull.
“They only want one thing: to win”
« You can see the dynamic in everything that happens at Red Bull, whether you come to the car factory or the can department. In this team, there are no politics. They only want one thing: to win. And with the Verstappens, that happens to be what it’s all about. So they match perfectly “, added Raymond Vermeulen.