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Max Verstappen Slams F1 Cars as “Too Heavy” for Monaco Grand Prix

David Castro by David Castro
May 21, 2025
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Max Verstappen Slams F1 Cars as “Too Heavy” for Monaco Grand Prix

IMOLA, ITALY - MAY 18: Race winner Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari on May 18, 2025 in Imola, Italy. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202505180354 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen Slams Modern F1 Cars Ahead of Monaco Grand Prix

As the Formula 1 circus descends upon the glamorous streets of Monaco, Max Verstappen, fresh off his triumph at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, has unleashed scathing criticism towards the current generation of F1 cars. The Dutch driver expressed his discontent, labeling the cars as “too big, too stiff, too heavy” to truly shine on street circuits like Monaco.

Verstappen’s comments come as a stark warning ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, a race that has held iconic status in the world of motorsport since 1950. The Red Bull driver, who is vying for his fifth consecutive World Championship title, believes that the modern cars lack the agility and excitement that their predecessors possessed.

The debate over the suitability of the current F1 cars for street circuits has been ongoing, with concerns raised about the impact of the increased size and weight of the vehicles. While the FIA has outlined plans for smaller and lighter cars in the 2026 regulations, Verstappen’s critique brings the focus back to the present, highlighting the challenges faced by drivers on tight and twisty tracks like Monaco.

In a candid assessment, Verstappen remarked, “They are way too big, too stiff, too heavy. So, I would say they don’t really come alive compared to like 2016 even.” The driver reminisced about the past when cars were more nimble and engaging to drive on street circuits, a sentiment that resonates with many fans who long for a return to more dynamic racing.

Despite his reservations about the current cars, Verstappen expressed his enjoyment of tracks like Imola, where high-speed corners and gravel traps add an extra layer of thrill to the racing experience. The contrast in driving dynamics between traditional circuits and street tracks has once again brought into question the direction of modern Formula 1 and the balance between tradition and innovation.

As the Monaco Grand Prix approaches, Verstappen’s criticisms serve as a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of the sport and the constant quest for the perfect blend of speed, spectacle, and excitement. Whether his concerns will spur changes in the future remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – the debate over the essence of true racing prowess will continue to reverberate throughout the world of Formula 1.

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