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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Kieran Jackson

F1 boss weighs in on Max Verstappen retirement threat

  • Four-time world champion Max Verstappen is considering retiring from Formula 1 due to his dissatisfaction with the sport's new engine and chassis regulations.
  • Verstappen has labelled the new rules as 'anti-racing' and 'like Formula E on steroids', criticising the 'lift-and-coast' driving style they necessitate.
  • F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali acknowledged Verstappen's concerns, stating his voice 'has to be listened to' given his status as a multiple world champion.
  • Domenicali indicated that Verstappen 'understands the bigger picture' and has been involved in meetings to discuss potential alterations to the rulebook.
  • Despite a £50m-a-year contract with Red Bull until 2028, Verstappen could reportedly negotiate an early exit if he is not in the top two of the world championship by the summer break.

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