The current Formula 1 World Champion has expressed his reluctance to participate in 24 races over the next decade of his career in the sport. This sentiment has been echoed by Helmut Marko, Max Verstappen, and Christian Horner. The upcoming 2024 F1 season is set to feature a record-breaking 24 races on the schedule, which many drivers and teams consider to be unsustainable in the long term. The reigning champion has been particularly vocal about his concerns regarding the lengthy calendar.
The three-time Formula 1 world champion has openly discussed the possibility of retiring early due to the excessive number of races in the 2024 season. He believes that this could be a pivotal moment and hopes that future seasons will see a shift towards a more manageable schedule. During a press conference prior to the Bahrain race weekend, he stated that he will not continue in F1 until the age of 36 if the sport continues to have 24 races per season.
Verstappen has expressed a desire to strike a balance between his passion for racing and other aspects of his life. While he enjoys racing outside of Formula One, he acknowledges that there comes a time when other priorities take precedence. This may involve pursuing projects or interests that are unrelated to competition.
Red Bull Racing’s manager became the subject of an investigation following a complaint from a female employee. The investigation, which began on February 1, included a lengthy interview with Christian Horner conducted by an unnamed English lawyer. The details of the investigation were not disclosed, but Horner has since been cleared by the team.
When asked about his support for the team principal during the investigation into claims of inappropriate behavior, the reigning world champion declined to comment. He simply expressed his support for the ongoing investigation and stated that he trusts the process. He believes that it is not his place to discuss the matter, as it does not directly involve him. He emphasized the importance of patience and waiting for the final verdict to be reached.
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