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Max Verstappen is not the only F1 driver trying out other racing series
Disgruntled Aston Martin F1 star Lance Stroll is taking a break from the sport for the weekend after speaking with Max Verstappen. Verstappen has expressed discontent with the new regulations introduced this year. He has been uncertain about his future in F1 beyond 2026, amid retirement threats. However, Verstappen has found racing excitement outside F1. Stroll is following suit and making his GT racing debut this weekend at Paul Ricard, with Verstappen’s help in making the switch possible. Stroll highlighted the differences between GT3 and F1 cars, emphasizing the enjoyment of GT racing due to fewer media duties and more time spent driving and working with the team in the garage.
