But to hear the driver tell it, he is “not too worried” about his championship chances. In an interview with Lawrence Barretto published on the official F1 website (a free subscription is required), Verstappen opened up about the state of play at Red Bull in 2025, and his future in the sport.

Max Verstappen believes Red Bull Racing remains a powerhouse in Formula 1 but admits the team has entered a “slight rebuilding” phase.