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Max Verstappen, the four-time Formula 1 World Champion, has delivered a significant statement ahead of the 2025 season, hinting at a departure from Red Bull Racing. The Dutch driver, who dominated the 2024 season to clinch his fourth consecutive championship, made these remarks while reflecting on the challenges of the past year.
In 2024, Verstappen faced a difficult period of form, including a stretch of 10 races without a victory. Despite this setback, he managed to regain his competitive edge and ultimately fend off a strong challenge from McLaren’s Lando Norris, securing his world title. However, the year was not without frustrations for Verstappen, as his individual triumph was overshadowed by struggles within his team. Both Verstappen and his teammate Sergio Perez endured rough patches during the season, with Perez failing to consistently deliver results. This allowed McLaren and Ferrari to take advantage of Red Bull’s struggles, with McLaren ultimately clinching the Constructors’ Championship, marking their first such title since 1998.
Looking ahead to 2025, Verstappen will be racing with a new teammate. The Mexican driver, Sergio Perez, who had been with the team since 2021, was replaced by Liam Lawson after a series of underwhelming performances. Lawson, a talented New Zealand driver, will join Verstappen in a bid to bring Red Bull back to the front of the grid.
Although Verstappen has been enjoying a break from the intense F1 spotlight, he admitted his eagerness to return to racing. He expressed excitement about seeing the new car and team developments, including a fresh livery design for the 2025 season. In an appearance on Red Bull’s “Talking Bull Podcast,” Verstappen shared his anticipation for the upcoming campaign, saying, “When I come back to the factory the first time, you will get a bit of an idea. I am looking forward to seeing my own car.”
Verstappen also teased that he hoped the team would experiment with a new design for the car’s livery, saying he was “looking forward to seeing it” and expressing a desire for something more vibrant. He noted that while the team had used a matte-blue finish for several seasons, a change could bring some much-needed variety. “I really like these cars with the shiny colour…we’ve had so many matte-blue cars, but I think sometimes it’s nice to spice it up a little bit,” Verstappen commented.
The 2025 season promises to be an exciting one for fans, especially with the unveiling of new car liveries for all 10 teams. For the first time in F1 history, every team will reveal their livery simultaneously at a special event at the O2 Arena in London on February 18, 2025. Fans eagerly await this moment, as it marks the start of a new chapter in the sport’s history.
Despite the anticipation surrounding the livery reveal, Verstappen seemed to approach the event with a sense of humor, joking that he might “get sick” that week to avoid the excitement. While his words were playful, it was clear that Verstappen’s focus remains firmly on his racing career, with the 2025 season just around the corner.
As Red Bull navigates a potential era shift with the departure of Perez and the introduction of Lawson, Verstappen’s future with the team remains uncertain. However, his recent comments suggest that he is contemplating his next move in the sport, potentially signaling the end of his long association with Red Bull in the near future. Fans will be watching closely to see what lies ahead for the world champion.
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