Jean Alesi feels “misinterpreted” Max Verstappen is “struggling a lot” at the start of the 2026 campaign, the former F1 driver has told RacingNews365 as part of an exclusive interview.
According to Jean Alesi, Max Verstappen is facing significant challenges in Formula 1 this season due to the new regulations, leading to a struggle with the Red Bull team and the RB22 car’s performance. Alesi empathizes with Verstappen’s difficulties and understands his frustration despite not sharing the same concerns about F1’s transformation. Verstappen is pushing the team for improvements, but Alesi believes the responsibility lies with the engineers to address the current issues. Alesi appreciates Verstappen’s honesty and sees his critiques as messages for improvement rather than attacks against the team. The former driver acknowledges that Verstappen is doing his best under tough circumstances and emphasizes the importance of constructive feedback for progress in the sport.
