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Max Verstappen considering F1 retirement at end of 2026 as four-time champion grows uneasy over new regulations
- Four-Time world champion Max Verstappen is reportedly considering retiring from Formula at the end of 2026, according to De Telegraaf, a Dutch outlet typically reliable on Verstappen news.
- Verstappen has frequently criticized the 2026 car features, particularly energy deployment and mandatory 'lift-and-coast' driving. He linked the new cars to Mario Kart and labeled them 'anti-racing.'
- After elimination from Q2 on Saturday, Verstappen finished 8th at the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka. He told media he was 'beyond frustrated' with his situation and needed to 'figure some stuff out' during the break.
- Despite a lucrative Red Bull contract signed in 2022, Verstappen emphasized that money no longer motivates him. 'At the end of the day it's not about money any more because this has always been my passion,' he said.
- The 28-year-old plans to reflect during the five-week break before Miami in May. Verstappen has previously expressed interest in competing at the Mans 24 Hours and Nurburgring 24 Hours endurance races.
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Eighth of Japan's Grand Prix, this Sunday, Max Verstappen suggested that he could leave the paddock
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Total News Sources33
Leaning Left4Leaning Right5Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution46% Right
Bias Distribution
- 46% of the sources lean Right
46% Right
L 36%
C 18%
R 46%
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