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Verstappen could ‘quit F1 FOREVER’ over FIA ruling
A former F1 star is concerned about Max Verstappen potentially leaving the sport due to a possible race ban following accumulating penalty points at the Spanish GP.
Verstappen is on the brink of a race ban with just one more penalty point to spare, making the upcoming races crucial for his championship hopes, especially with two points set to expire at the end of June.
Christian Horner and Red Bull face the risk of losing their chance at the championship if Verstappen is suspended, as former driver Juan Pablo Montoya suggested that Max might quit F1 if faced with such a ban.
The FIA’s decision-making around Verstappen’s penalties has raised concerns, with Montoya questioning how removing a key contender like Max would impact the championship and the sport as a whole.
McLaren’s strong performance in the constructors’ standings adds further pressure on Verstappen to maintain his lead, but any missed races could severely dent his title defense, possibly leading to a premature exit from the sport as Montoya speculates.
