Max Verstappen is currently the most popular driver in the world of car racing. He was groomed for this profession by his father, who was also a Formula 1 driver. The three-time world champion openly acknowledged that, without his father’s constant support, he would not have achieved the level of success he has today.
However, in a surprising revelation, Max Verstappen expressed that he would not want to push his children into a career in motor racing unless they show genuine talent and interest. He believes in allowing his children to choose their own path and not burdening them with his own aspirations.
“No, I would advise them against becoming drivers. Of course, if they have a genuine passion for racing and I see potential in them, I would support their decision, just as my father did for me. But I would never actively encourage them to do so. You should not impose your own interests on your children; they should come to you,” Verstappen stated.
The 26-year-old also emphasized the importance of not pressuring children to follow a specific path, as they may lose interest as they grow older. Verstappen’s wise decision regarding his future children reflects his maturity at such a young age.
Verstappen has had a long-standing partnership with Red Bull, since his karting days. He was considered the team’s prodigy in his early years and progressed through the junior team, Toro Rosso (VCARB), to his current position as a driver for Red Bull’s main team.
In addition, Verstappen recently committed to the Red Bull team until at least 2028. However, rumors have been circulating about his possible departure from the team due to internal issues. The Sky Sports F1 commentator suggested that the only scenario in which Verstappen would leave Red Bull would be if Mercedes gained a significant advantage in the engine in 2026, similar to what they had in 2014 when new regulations were introduced. If Verstappen were to make a change in these circumstances, it would be similar to Hamilton’s move from McLaren to Mercedes in 2013. However, the likelihood of this happening currently is very low.
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