Max Verstappen clarifies: What really happened between him and dad Jos!

Max Verstappen clarifies: What really happened between him and dad Jos!

One of the most exciting stories surrounding Max Verstappen is now being refuted by his father Jos. In an interview with Laola1 Jos explained that the legend that he left his son at a rest stop after a kart race was not true. In fact, he didn't speak to Max for a week, which he sees as part of his upbringing. Jos stressed that this rigorous approach better prepared his son for the challenges of Formula 1, which is also reflected in Max's impressive career - he is the fifth driver in history to win four titles in a row.

Meanwhile, Jos Verstappen gives new F1 driver Liam Lawson valuable advice for his upcoming season. In a conversation with Express warned Jos Lawson against making a mistake he himself made at Benetton in 1994: the pressure to keep up with Max. He advised Lawson to develop his own style so they could work together to improve the vehicle. Helmut Marko, known from the Red Bull team, had special expectations of Lawson: He should stay within three tenths of a second of Max in qualifying and the race in order to collect points for the constructors' championship.

However, Jos also expressed concerns about the performance of the current Red Bull vehicle, particularly based on the results of the second half of the 2024 season. He is skeptical whether Red Bull will be able to develop a reliable car that is fast and competitive in all conditions. These direct insights and intensive preparation are crucial for Verstappen and Lawson's future in the turbulent world of Formula 1.