‌However, after qualifying only 11th for the Japanese Grand Prix on Saturday, Verstappen gave his most explicit indication yet that he's seriously considering his future. When asked to elaborate on what he was referring to, he responded: "Life... Life here," and confirmed his sentiments are related to the current F1 regulations. ‌Verstappen has been one of the most outspoken critics of the new cars, which derive nearly half of their power from a battery. Verstappen struggled to find the right words, in English or even his native Dutch, to convey his disappointment at the situation. ‌Verstappen is contracted until 2028 but it's widely known that his agreement includes exit clauses which can be activated even mid-season based on performance.

Source: Daily Mirror March 28, 2026 14:20 UTC