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Max Verstappen has weighed in on a comment made by Helmut Marko last week at the US Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen denied losing interest in F1 during Red Bull’s early-season struggles, despite a challenging stretch without podium finishes. Red Bull’s improved performance led to three wins in the last four races, with Verstappen affirming his commitment to giving his best regardless of his chances of winning. He disagreed with Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko’s statement that he lost interest when not successful on track. Verstappen emphasized his dedication to always maximize his potential, even in lower positions. He clarified that his participation in a non-F1 race in September was planned in advance, not a sign of disengagement from F1 amid Red Bull’s tough times. Verstappen highlighted his professionalism in approaching race weekends, emphasizing his consistent effort on and off the track.
