Martin Brundle believes he can predict when Max Verstappen will retire from Formula 1. The reigning world champion has been open about not wanting to continue racing into his thirties like other drivers. He has mentioned the extensive F1 calendar and his interest in other racing series as potential reasons for ending his career. However, Brundle, a former F1 driver and current Sky Sports F1 pundit, suggests that fans shouldn’t worry about Verstappen retiring until he loses his passion for winning. Brundle praises Verstappen’s motivation and love for the sport as the main factors keeping him in competition.
Brundle admires Verstappen’s determination to stay at the top, regardless of any obstacles he may face. He is confident that Verstappen will bounce back even stronger and more motivated for the upcoming race in Japan. Verstappen’s hunger for victory is what drives him to continue pushing forward.
Following Verstappen’s early retirement from the Australian Grand Prix due to a rear-brake failure, he expressed frustration and disappointment. Red Bull Racing consultant Dr. Helmut Marko explains that Verstappen believed he could have kept up with the frontrunners, including Ferrari, and fought for the win. Despite the challenges posed by Ferrari’s strong performance, Verstappen would have been confident in his dominant RB20 car.
The question now is whether Ferrari can prevent Verstappen from making a comeback in the next race.