Max Verstappen and Red Bull teammate Christian Horner have resumed their verbal sparring as Mercedes’s CEO once again made suggestions about stealing the three-time world champion.
Max Verstappen and Red Bull teammate Christian Horner have resumed their verbal sparring as Mercedes’s CEO once again made suggestions about stealing the three-time world champion. Last month, Verstappen’s father, Jos, expressed concern that Red Bull would be “torn apart” if Horner remained the team’s principal, casting doubt on Verstappen’s future there. It followed claims that Horner had acted inappropriately toward a female coworker. He refuted the allegations, and he was found not guilty after an internal probe.
After Verstappen’s commanding victory at the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, Mercedes CEO Wolff stirred things up once again. Verstappen has openly pledged his future to Red Bull.
In Shanghai, Wolff said reporters, “everyone is waiting to see what he (Verstappen) is going to do”.
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is leaving for Ferrari next year, and Wolff needs to fill his shoes. “There are so many factors that play a role for a driver joining,” Wolff remarked.
“Clearly, from the most rational point of view, that’s the quickest car in the hands of the quickest driver,” Wolff remarked.
“But I don’t think this is the only reason you stay where you are.”
Wolff stated earlier in the season that he “would love” to sign Verstappen, the current world champion, should he become available.
Horner reacted sharply to his most recent remarks, stating that Wolff ought to concentrate on attempting to revitalize Mercedes after a disappointing season debut by their high standards.
“Why would you want to leave this team?” said Horner.
“McLaren and Aston Martin, their customers, are ahead of Mercedes by three places.
Maybe it would be preferable for him to devote his time to the team instead of the driver market.
“I can assure you that there is no ambiguity about where Max Verstappen will be next year.”
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