Verstappen Clarifies Comments on F1 Joint Launch: "It Was Taken Too Seriously"

Red Bull Racing's star driver, Max Verstappen, recently stirred controversy with his remarks about the planned joint presentation of the upcoming Formula 1 season. Now, the Dutchman has clarified his statements.

Details: During a livestream, Verstappen jokingly said he hoped to be ill on the day of the joint presentation so he wouldn’t have to attend. However, his comment was taken seriously by many, prompting him to explain that it was meant as a lighthearted remark and that he actually supports the idea.

Quote: "No, I joked about it on the stream, and then people, as always, took it way too seriously. I think it's great for Formula 1 that all the cars, with their liveries, are presented together. It’s a good idea. We [Red Bull] will be there too.

So, no, I joked about hoping I’d be sick, and now everyone thinks I meant it. I didn’t. For me, it’s fine—let’s see how it goes. It’s something we haven’t done before," Verstappen told PlanetF1.com.