Jos Verstappen has re-formalised his invitation to son Max Verstappen to try rallying, something the Red Bull driver has no interest in.
Jos Verstappen challenged his son Max to try rallying after Max expressed concerns about its safety, referencing Max’s participation in GT3 racing at the Nürburgring as “nice and safe.” Jos urged Max to experience rallying firsthand, believing it would change his perspective on the sport. On the other hand, Max has been hesitant about rallying due to the fixed obstacles and unforgiving nature of the discipline, voicing concerns about crashing into stationary objects like trees. Despite acknowledging Max’s valid fears, Jos emphasized that rally drivers learn to coexist with these risks and distractions, suggesting that Max’s perspective might shift if he gave rallying a chance. Ultimately, the Verstappens’ differing viewpoints highlight the contrast between the controlled environment of Formula 1 and the unpredictable challenges of rallying.
