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Max Verstappen has admitted that he didn’t agree with Red Bull’s decision to instigate a driver swap two rounds into the 2025 F1 season.
Max Verstappen admitted that he disagreed with Red Bull’s decision to switch drivers early in the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Liam Lawson, initially chosen over Yuki Tsunoda, faced struggles in the first two races, leading to Tsunoda taking his place.
Verstappen criticized the abrupt change, suggesting it could harm a rookie’s chances with a top team.
Despite the setback, Verstappen praised Lawson’s resilience in bouncing back.
He also discussed the challenges of adapting driving styles within the team.
Verstappen emphasized the need for rookies to have more time to adjust in F1 before judgments are made.
