Helmut Marko has confirmed it is true that Max Verstappen is unhappy about Red Bull’s decision to swap Liam Lawson for Yuki Tsunoda. Following a disastrous start to the season, Red Bull confirmed last week that Lawson would be replaced by Tsunoda with immediate effect from the Japanese Grand Prix.

Verstappen's future has been a major topic of conversation recently in F1 despite the Dutchman having a long-term contract at Red Bull Racing. The world champion has already publicly disagreed with the team's decision to demote Liam Lawson by liking an Instagram post accusing the team of 'bullying' Lawson.