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Martin Brundle calls out Sky F1 colleague live on air for ‘disrespectful’ comment
Sky F1 pundit Martin Brundle publicly criticized a colleague for their ‘disrespectful’ comments during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix broadcast. Lando Norris’s third place finish ended Max Verstappen’s reign as F1 champion, securing the Brit his first world title. Verstappen faces uncertainty in 2026 with new regulations and Red Bull’s shift to producing their own power units alongside Ford. Retaining competitiveness will be crucial for Red Bull to keep Verstappen, with potential consequences if they falter. Verstappen’s future could see him evaluating his options in 2027, with speculation that he may switch teams for a better car. Despite the speculation, Brundle dismissed the notion that Verstappen could freely choose any team, emphasizing the importance of respect and the availability of suitable openings in other teams.
