Recently, Max Verstappen was seen getting behind the wheel of an Aston Martin GT3 at the legendary Circuit Paul Ricard, once the stage for the French Grand Prix. A fan account on social media, dedicated to the four-time world champion, shared some captivating video clips of Verstappen as he put the GT3 through its paces, gearing up for the upcoming pre-season trials in Bahrain.
In other intriguing developments, Jos Verstappen issued a stern warning to Formula 1, suggesting his son Max might skip a future launch event if it’s held in the UK once again. This statement followed the less-than-warm reception Max received during the F1 75 event in London, where the crowd greeted him with boos each time he appeared or was mentioned.
In a different vein, Max Verstappen offered his take on Lewis Hamilton’s prospects for the 2025 F1 championship, summing it all up in a succinct seven-word assessment. The duo hasn’t gone head-to-head for a title since their unforgettable and controversial 2021 showdown, a season that saw Verstappen seize the crown from Hamilton. Now, Verstappen eyes a fifth consecutive championship triumph in the forthcoming season.
Meanwhile, Lando Norris addressed the speculation around him being the frontrunner for the F1 drivers’ title this year. Following McLaren’s victory over Ferrari in last year’s constructors’ championship, the spotlight is on the team as they launch into the new season.
Switching gears, Carlos Sainz shared his thoughts on the significant shift he’s experienced since making the switch from Ferrari to Williams. Interestingly, it’s the powertrain that accounts for what he describes as the “biggest change” rather than the team itself. This move marks Sainz’s 11th year in Formula 1 and his fifth team so far.
On a strategic front, Pierre Gasly has called for a bit of a gamble from his Alpine squad, suggesting they sacrifice the 2025 season. His reasoning? With the massive overhaul of F1’s technical regulations looming in 2026, featuring active aerodynamics and newly revamped power units, teams are poised for a dramatic shake-up. Gasly believes starting with the same advantages as their competitors is crucial as they prepare for the forthcoming reset.
