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Max Verstappen can satisfy a generic love for driving anywhere, and, in his mind, the scales will not be tipped in Formula 1 for much longer if things go too far down a certain path – as he explains to Scott Mitchell-Malm in an end of season interview
Max Verstappen has expressed his dissatisfaction with modern Formula 1 and its priorities, stating that he would not hesitate to leave if it no longer fulfills his desires. He believes that the balance in F1 will shift away from his favor if certain aspects continue to progress in a certain direction. Verstappen has previously hinted at the finite pleasure he derives from F1, particularly after winning his first and second titles. While he disagrees with certain aspects of F1, such as sprint weekends and uninteresting street tracks, the toll it takes on him currently is not a deal-breaker. However, he acknowledges that there may come a day when he decides to stop if he cannot give it his all. Verstappen’s motivation for racing comes from his love of competition, beating his rivals, and winning races. He constantly seeks to challenge and test himself, both in F1 and in other forms of racing. While he emphasizes the importance of switching off between races, he always remains close to cars, as driving is what he truly enjoys.
