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Verstappen Spanish Grand Prix Absence Confirmed?
Speculation has swirled in recent days about whether Max Verstappen would miss the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, but as of now, there has been no official confirmation from Red Bull Racing or Formula 1 that the reigning world champion will be absent from the race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Verstappen, currently trailing McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the drivers’ standings, has had a rocky season filled with both on-track challenges and off-track distractions. Rumors of his potential absence intensified following a previous instance where he missed media duties at the Miami Grand Prix earlier this year due to the birth of his first child. However, he still competed in that race, and sources close to the team have reiterated his full commitment to finishing the season strong.
Adding to the intrigue are the new FIA regulations targeting flexible front wings, set to be enforced starting with the Spanish Grand Prix. Some analysts have speculated that Red Bull’s recent dip in form—especially Verstappen’s car setup issues—might be related to the rule change. However, there is no evidence to suggest that this would cause the Dutch driver to sit out the race.
Speaking earlier this year, Verstappen joked about possible reasons he might skip a race, citing humorous scenarios like being penalized for swearing or the birth of his child. He later clarified that he has no real intention of missing any Grand Prix, saying, “I could, of course, skip a race, but I won’t. That’s not part of being a racing driver.”
With practice sessions for the Spanish Grand Prix set to begin on May 30, fans and analysts alike are watching closely. Red Bull is expected to release its official driver lineup later this week, but all signs currently point to Verstappen being on the grid as usual.
Unless a last-minute development occurs, Max Verstappen is expected to race in the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix, aiming to regain his championship momentum.
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