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Max Verstappen exposes shocking truth: half of F1 teams would fail post-race checks!

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Max Verstappen exposes shocking truth: half of F1 teams would fail post-race checks!

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 04: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing arrives in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 04, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202512040166 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen Drops a Bombshell: “Half the Teams Would Be Disqualified If We Checked Everyone!”

In a jaw-dropping revelation that is bound to send shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, reigning champion Max Verstappen has boldly claimed that if every team were subjected to thorough scrutiny at the end of each race, half of them would likely be deemed irregular! Speaking in an exclusive end-of-season interview with Viaplay, the Dutch driver didn’t mince his words when discussing the rampant quest for performance limits within the sport.

“Of course, everyone is always trying to push the boundaries,” Verstappen said, chuckling as he pointed out the reality of the situation. “We all do it, and sometimes you get away with it because you’re not always checked. I honestly think if we had inspections after every race, half of them would definitely be found irregular!” His comments, particularly aimed at teams outside the top 10, raise serious questions about the integrity of the sport.

Turning serious, Verstappen acknowledged the logistical challenges of policing every single car on the grid. “It’s simply not feasible to check all the cars; it would require a massive workforce,” he stated, shedding light on the limitations within the current regulatory framework.

Verstappen didn’t shy away from controversy, even reflecting on McLaren’s recent disqualification, which he described as an unexpected “early Christmas gift” for himself. “At least it made things exciting,” he added, acknowledging the positive outcome for both the Formula 1 spectacle and his own championship chase.

As the dust settles on another thrilling season, Verstappen’s candid remarks cast a glaring spotlight on the ongoing battle for fairness and integrity in Formula 1. With such bold claims from one of the sport’s biggest stars, fans and teams alike are left to wonder: how many teams are truly playing by the rules? The implications of Verstappen’s statements could reverberate throughout the paddock, raising eyebrows and igniting debates as the sport prepares for the challenges of the upcoming season. Will the governing bodies respond to this call for stricter enforcement, or will the status quo remain? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Verstappen’s words will spark conversations that could reshape the future of Formula 1!

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