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EXCLUSIVE: Max Verstappen’s quit threat is real but F1 could survive without him, says ex-Red Bull chief
Former Red Bull chief Richard Hopkins believes Max Verstappen’s threat to quit Formula 1 over engine regulation changes should be taken seriously, but the series would survive without him. Verstappen stated he may leave if the power unit split doesn’t shift to 60-40 by 2027. Hopkins thinks Verstappen’s threats are genuine, stemming from his belief that F1 needs changes. While Verstappen’s exit would be a loss, Hopkins emphasizes that F1 is bigger than any single driver. He acknowledges Verstappen’s talent but stresses that F1’s success shouldn’t solely rely on one individual like Max.
