An unnatural guide
Max Verstappen on the eve of the weekend in Zandvoort, Netherlands, put an end to speculation and the ongoing saga about his future by officially renewing his contract with Red Bull until 2030. There are still exit clauses, this is ‘obvious’, but besides committing to Red Bull, Verstappen has also committed again to F1 after having repeatedly threatened retirement at the start of the season.
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This generation of cars does not excite – understatement – the four-time world champion who eagerly awaits the return of naturally aspirated V8 engines. In an interview with the BBC, Verstappen explained why these F1 cars ‘imprison’ the most talented drivers.
“In the history of this sport, usually the most determined driver, the one who brakes later, accelerates earlier and decisively launches at high speed, is rewarded, because that’s exactly where time is gained in the corner – Verstappen’s words – now instead you constantly think ‘in this corner I might have to brake a bit more. Accelerate later. Or brake earlier. Or lift off the throttle. And so I will have more top speed’, things like that. It’s so unnatural. It’s not at all how it should be.”
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“Now, no offense and I hope no one makes a fuss – Verstappen added – look at Tsunoda. He gets into the Racing Bulls at Zandvoort without ever having seen it before and was immediately competitive. Same with Lawson on the Red Bull. It’s because these cars are insensitive to the driver’s commands. Of course, you still have to do a good lap and the fastest drivers will always prevail, but talent is really limited.”
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