Max Verstappen
Born: September 30, 1997 (age 27)
Height: 5' 11" (181cm)
Hometown: Hasselt, Belgium
Nationality: 
Dutch
DutchTeam: Red Bull
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McLaren nears decision on top driver for 2025
Former grand prix winner Ralf Schumacher believes McLaren is on the verge of designating a de-facto number 1 driver to bolster its 2025 championship campaign.
15:30
Risk of Verstappen's record Nordschleife test questioned
Red Bull's leadership may be uneasy about Max Verstappen's high-speed test at the Nurburgring's notorious Nordschleife last week, according to former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher.
May 14, 08:36
Piastri, not Norris, is Verstappen's real rival - Danner
Former F1 driver Christian Danner believes Oscar Piastri, rather than his arguably marginally quicker McLaren teammate Lando Norris, is the driver Max Verstappen should fear most in the 2025 championship battle.
May 13, 13:00
Secret behind McLaren tyre dominance revealed
A Formula 1 analyst believes he may have unravelled the mystery behind McLaren's commanding tyre performance advantage in the 2025 season.
May 12, 12:40
Schumacher doubts Norris' ability to claim 2025 title
Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher has warned that Lando Norris risks missing out on the 2025 world championship unless he rapidly hones his race craft.
May 12, 12:20
Verstappen may take F1 sabbatical, says Red Bull advisor
A Red Bull consultant has speculated that Max Verstappen might step away from Formula 1 after the 2025 season, amid the quadruple world champion's recent activities outside the sport.
May 12, 12:10
Horner's future in doubt as Oakes rumours intensify
With Formula 1 pausing for a rare weekend off, the paddock is nonetheless rife with speculation about the futures of Red Bull team principal Christian Horner and Alpine's recently departed boss Oliver Oakes.
May 9, 13:00
Lawson, Tsunoda fall short of Perez's legacy - Fittipaldi
Sergio Perez's standing in Formula 1 is undergoing a remarkable revival in 2025, even as he remains off the grid, according to two-time world champion Emerson Fittipaldi.
May 9, 12:30
Marko rejects talk of imminent F1 retirement
Dr Helmut Marko has firmly dismissed growing speculation that he is nearing retirement from his influential role as Red Bull's motorsport advisor.
May 8, 15:30
Imola upgrade crucial or Red Bull title hopes over - Tost
Red Bull consultant Franz Tost has issued a stark warning that the team's championship hopes could be "over" if their Imola upgrade fails to deliver a significant performance boost.
May 7, 18:17
Marko stands by Tsunoda swap, no regrets on Lawson
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has expressed no remorse for the decision to replace Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda just two races into the 2025 Formula 1 season.
May 7, 15:47
Verstappen brushes off Norris' middle finger in Miami
Lando Norris directed a middle finger at Max Verstappen during Sunday's Miami Grand Prix, but it is his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri who continues to dominate the 2025 season, while Verstappen remains unfazed by the gesture.
May 5, 11:20
Prost hails Piastri's psychological win over Norris
The 2025 Formula 1 season is unfolding as a psychological duel between McLaren's contrasting drivers, with Alain Prost declaring that Oscar Piastri's reserved demeanour is giving him the edge over Lando Norris.
May 5, 11:10
Verstappen exit fears are fading for Red Bull - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko, Red Bull's powerful advisor, has expressed growing confidence that Max Verstappen will remain with the team beyond 2025, despite persistent rumours of a potential departure.
May 5, 10:50
Oscar Piastri wins Miami Grand Prix: Reaction, Formula 1 Championship update
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday to extend his lead in the Drivers Championship.
May 5, 00:05
Happy Verstappen faster as new father, says Marko
Far from slowing Max Verstappen down, fatherhood has enhanced his performance, according to Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko and McLaren rival Lando Norris.
May 4, 12:34
Verstappen should stay at Red Bull, not join Mercedes - Brown
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has expressed that he is unsurprised by Red Bull's recent dip in performance and pitlane efficiency, while revealing his preference for Max Verstappen to remain with the team rather than join rivals like Mercedes.
May 4, 11:15
McLaren mocks Red Bull's 'tyre water' suspicions in Miami
Tensions between championship rivals McLaren and Red Bull have flared again in Miami, with McLaren playfully mocking Red Bull's suspicions about their tyre management techniques.
May 3, 11:05
Kimi Antonelli makes history in securing pole for Miami Sprint race
Formula 1 history is made on Friday as one of the grid's rookie drivers secures pole position for the Miami Sprint race.
May 2, 22:58
Verstappen heads to Miami after missing media day
Max Verstappen is reportedly on his way to the Miami Grand Prix after missing the traditional media day on Thursday, with Red Bull citing personal reasons related to his girlfriend Kelly Piquet's pregnancy.
May 2, 13:45
Alan Jones slams Norris as 'weak person' for F1 title fight
Alan Jones, the 1980 Formula 1 world champion, has intensified the scrutiny on Lando Norris by branding the McLaren driver a "weak person" amid his battle with teammate Oscar Piastri for the 2025 title.
May 1, 17:00
Piquet - Verstappen to decide F1 future in mid-2026
Nelson Piquet Jr, a figure closely connected to Max Verstappen, believes the quadruple world champion will remain with Red Bull for the 2026 Formula 1 season before making a definitive decision about his future.
May 1, 16:00
FIA admits new guidelines, keeping details under wraps
The FIA has acknowledged the existence of "new guidelines" governing driver penalties in Formula 1, but their details remain undisclosed, even to key stakeholders, according to Germany's Auto Bild.
Apr 30, 13:20
Verstappen may take F1 sabbatical in 2026 - Glock
Beyond speculation linking Max Verstappen to Mercedes, Aston Martin, or staying with Red Bull, a new possibility is gaining traction: the quadruple world champion could opt for a sabbatical or even retire from Formula 1.
Apr 30, 11:07
Perez's Miami visit fuels Cadillac F1 speculation
Sergio Perez is in Miami for this weekend's Formula 1 Grand Prix, perhaps a routine visit given his ownership of a home in the dynamic US city, known for its fusion of Latin American and American cultures.
Apr 30, 10:44
Russell's new F1 contract coming 'pretty soon' - boss
George Russell is on the verge of securing a new contract with Mercedes, with team principal Toto Wolff indicating that an agreement should be finalised "pretty soon."
Apr 29, 10:00
FIA president signals retreat on F1 behaviour penalties
Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the embattled president of Formula 1's governing body, appears poised to scale back the stringent penalties introduced in the FIA's international sporting code, following widespread criticism from drivers across multiple motorsport disciplines.
Apr 29, 09:30
Hamilton may quit Ferrari amid poor form - insiders
A surprising possibility has emerged in the race to secure Max Verstappen for 2026, with speculation mounting that Lewis Hamilton could retire from Ferrari after just one season, potentially opening a seat for the reigning world champion.
Apr 24, 14:00
Aston Martin, Mercedes 'unlikely' for Verstappen
Fernando Alonso has cast doubt on speculation that Max Verstappen will join Aston Martin for the 2026 Formula 1 season, describing such a move as "unlikely."
Apr 24, 13:30
Helmut Marko's F1 retirement tipped for late 2025
Dr Helmut Marko's long and influential tenure as Red Bull's advisor may be nearing its end, with 2025 potentially marking his final season in Formula 1, according to a well-placed insider.
Apr 24, 12:00
Red Bull's Verstappen penalty was avoidable - Ecclestone
Red Bull has firmly decided against contesting Max Verstappen's contentious 5-second penalty from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, opting not to pursue a 'right of review' despite initial and ongoing objections.
Apr 23, 12:15
Piastri embraces new 'Ice-Boy' reputation in F1
The Formula 1 world is ablaze with talk of Oscar Piastri, newly dubbed the "ice-boy," emerging as a serious contender for the 2025 world championship.
Apr 23, 11:30
Verstappen's media silence signals new F1 approach
Max Verstappen has warned Formula 1 fans and journalists to expect less from him in media interactions, as he adopts a more reserved stance following recent controversies.
Apr 22, 12:50
Red Bull unlikely to protest 'harsh' Verstappen penalty
Red Bull is unlikely to contest the stewards' decision to impose a contentious 5-second penalty on Max Verstappen during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
Apr 21, 12:45
Aston abandons '25 for '26 amid wind tunnel troubles
Despite significant factory upgrades, the expertise of Adrian Newey, and whispers linking Max Verstappen to the team, Aston Martin remains mired at the back of the Formula 1 grid, with Fernando Alonso describing the outfit as arguably "the last team" in 2025.
Apr 21, 11:17
Max Verstappen pays penalty as Oscar Piastri wins Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, takes Formula 1 Championship lead
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri takes the lead in the Drivers Championship after winning Sunday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
Apr 20, 19:44
Verstappen's resilience outshines Norris' struggles - Marko
Lando Norris risks losing his championship lead after a crash in Q3 at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, while Max Verstappen secured pole position.
Apr 20, 13:07
Wolff denies Verstappen talks for Mercedes 2026
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has firmly quashed renewed speculation that he is seeking to sign Max Verstappen for 2026.
Apr 20, 12:38
Rumour - Red Bull may stick with Honda for 2026
A compelling rumour circulating in the Jeddah paddock could quell speculation about Max Verstappen's potential departure from Red Bull.
Apr 20, 12:03
Red Bull CEO 'convinced' Verstappen will stay
Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO of the Red Bull company, is steadfast in his belief that Max Verstappen will remain with the team, dismissing speculation about a move to a rival Formula 1 outfit.
Apr 20, 11:08
