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Max Verstappen F1 shop CLOSING
The popular Max Verstappen shop in Swalmen, Netherlands, known for housing all of the Verstappen merchandise, will be closing its doors in 2026. Opened in 2017, it has been a popular tourist attraction featuring a replica of Verstappen’s 2021 championship-winning car. Verstappen’s manager confirmed the closure on March 1, 2026, as Fanatics will take over all sales of Verstappen merchandise starting New Year’s Day. The collaboration with Fanatics aims to offer exclusive products for global fans, as highlighted by Verstappen and Fanatics CEO Andrew Low Ah Kee. Additionally, recent reports reveal private talks involving Lewis Hamilton and a 2026 problem emerging at Ferrari, adding intrigue to F1 headlines.
