Verstappen again questions his F1 future and says this season could be his last
SUZUKA, Japan (AP) — Four-time world champion Max Verstappen has not ruled out retiring at the end of the Formula 1 season, saying he is trying “very hard” to enjoy racing under the new changes . The Red Bull driver again openly expressed his dissatisfaction on Sunday after an eighth-place finish at the Japanese Grand Prix , which was won by 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes. “Privately I’m very happy," Verstappen told the BBC after the race.
"You also wait for 24 races. This time it’s 22 . But normally 24.
And then you just think about is it worth it? Or do I enjoy being more at home with my family? Seeing my friends more when you’re not enjoying your sport?
" The 28-year-old Verstappen said “That's what I'm saying” when asked by the BBC if this could be his last season. “I want to be here to have fun and have a great time and enjoy myself. At the moment that’s not really the case,” he said.
"Of course I do enjoy certain aspects. I enjoy working with my team. It’s like a second family.