How times have changed for Max, who once navigated F1 with a severely limited budget.
Max Verstappen’s manager, Raymond Vermeulen, shared a humorous anecdote from Verstappen’s early F1 days, when they had to share one hotel room in São Paulo due to budget constraints. Despite financial limitations, Verstappen was focused on his FP1 outings with Toro Rosso in Japan, USA, and Brazil in late 2014. During their stay, max’s father, Jos, and Vermeulen inadvertently disturbed Max’s sleep with their late-night return to the room, prompting the young driver to remind them of the importance of his upcoming drive. Vermeulen highlighted the camaraderie and mutual dependence among the trio, stressing the lighthearted nature of their shared experiences. Their resourcefulness and bond through challenging times reflected their resilience and dedication to Verstappen’s burgeoning F1 career.
