David Croft Warns Max Verstappen Could Actually Walk Away From F1 After He Threatens to Quit
Red Bull Racing F1 driver Max Verstappen has revealed his dislike of the current regulations on several occasions since the start of the 2026 season, even going to the extent of saying that he would rather spend time with family and friends than do something he doesn’t enjoy doing anymore. The new regulations that came into effect this season have caused nearly all drivers to express their displeasure, since they are forced to slow down on certain sections of the race track to harvest energy for their batteries that produce 50% of the car’s power. Verstappen doesn’t like the new avatar of F1 in any way.
When asked after the Japanese Grand Prix if he was going to part ways with the sport after the current season, he told BBC Sport : “That’s what I’m saying. I’m thinking about everything inside this paddock. Read More from MotorBiscuit: Stolen Bentley Continental With Puppy Inside Leads to Sudden Change of Heart in Florida Texas Transport Dept Slammed by Grieving Grandparents After Grandson Killed in Hit and Run New Hampshire Governor Helps Pull Comedian Eugene Mirman from Fiery Lucid EV Crash MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – MARCH 07: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the garage during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on March 07, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia.
(Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202603070208 // Usage for editorial use only // “Privately I’m very happy. 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? ” Max Verstappen Could Walk Away From F1 With Four Titles Sky Sports F1 presenter David Croft believes the four-time world champion’s threats to leave F1 should not be taken lightly. Speaking on The F1 Show , he said: “No, I don’t think they’re empty threats at all.