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Max Verstappen’s Ominous F1 Warning: End of Classic Wet Races?

Virgilio Machado by Virgilio Machado
July 29, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Ominous F1 Warning: End of Classic Wet Races?

SPA, BELGIUM - JULY 27: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 27, 2025 in Spa, Belgium. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202507271508 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen, the outspoken Formula 1 driver, has stirred up a storm of controversy after voicing his concerns about the future of wet races in the prestigious motorsport following the recent Belgian Grand Prix debacle.

Verstappen expressed his apprehension that F1 might be bidding farewell to thrilling wet races, a sentiment that has sent shockwaves through the racing community. The Belgian Grand Prix saw an unprecedented 80-minute delay due to treacherous weather conditions, leading to a mere quarter of the race being completed before the switch to dry tires.

The Dutch driver’s fears stem from the modern-day F1 cars’ inability to handle heavy rain without compromising safety. The issue lies in the excessive spray generated by the vehicles, rendering full-wet tires ineffective in providing adequate traction. This, combined with poor visibility in severe weather, poses a significant danger to drivers, particularly on challenging tracks like Spa-Francorchamps.

Verstappen’s discontent with the handling of the Belgian Grand Prix is palpable, as he believes the race could have commenced as scheduled, despite the adverse conditions. His concerns have been echoed by many in the F1 community, who criticize the race director’s decision to delay the event excessively.

The potential demise of wet races in F1 has sparked a heated debate among fans and experts, with Verstappen’s comments igniting a fiery discussion about the sport’s future direction. Will the thrill of wet races be a thing of the past in Formula 1? Only time will tell as the sport navigates the fine line between excitement and safety in unpredictable weather conditions.

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