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Verstappen Slams 2026 F1 Regulations as 'Formula E on Steroids'

2/22/2026

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Max Verstappen, four-time Formula 1 champion for Red Bull Racing, criticizes 2026 regulations as 'Formula E on steroids'.
Verstappen remains under contract with Red Bull until 2028 and has hinted at retiring if the hybrid system reduces driving.
Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez share concerns about the changes.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali says Verstappen's love for the sport will keep him in Formula One as teams begin the season.

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Max Verstappen, four-time Formula 1 champion for Red Bull Racing, criticizes 2026 regulations as 'Formula E on steroids'.
Verstappen remains under contract with Red Bull until 2028 and has hinted at retiring if the hybrid system reduces driving.
Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez share concerns about the changes.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali says Verstappen's love for the sport will keep him in Formula One as teams begin the season.