Reigning back-to-back world champion Max Verstappen says it’s Formula 1’s ever-expanding annual race calendars that will drive him off the grid.
Reigning back-to-back world champion Max Verstappen says it’s Formula 1’s ever-expanding annual race calendars that will drive him off the grid.
The 25-year-old Dutchman is openly declaring that he might call it quits after his 2028 contract with Red Bull – when he will be just 31.
When asked by De Limburger newspaper to comment on the sport’s 24-race calendar, which currently sits at 23 due to the latest China GP axe, Verstappen said: “I have often said that this is too much.
“It’s the main reason why I will not continue to do this until I turn 40. This much travelling and activity is just not healthy.
“I still really like it now, but you have to give up a lot for it as well. That sounds crazy because driving in Formula 1 is of course a dream for many people.
“But you are always very far from home and from the people you love. There comes a time when you are done with that.”
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