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Jos Verstappen has given the first indications on whether his son Max will remain in Formula 1 following the high-profile departure of GianPiero Lambiase for McLaren in 2028. The departure of Lambiase to McLaren is the latest in a series of high-profile exits from Red Bull in recent years, as its once all-conquering dream team […]
Jos Verstappen has confirmed that his son Max will remain in Formula 1 despite the departure of GianPiero Lambiase for McLaren in 2028. This marks the latest exit in a series of high-profile departures from Red Bull in recent years, with key figures like Christian Horner, Jonathan Wheatley, and Adrian Newey also leaving. Max Verstappen is facing displeasure with the regulations and losing his closest working colleague at Red Bull. Jos and Max were aware of Lambiase’s impending departure and encouraged him to embrace the opportunity at McLaren. They have another year and a half to two years to work with Lambiase before Red Bull finds a replacement. While the dynamic at Red Bull has shifted, Jos believes Max will continue to race on despite the setbacks and personnel changes within the team.
