Max Verstappen Voices Displeasure Ahead of Las Vegas Grand Prix
Max Verstappen, the Red Bull driver, has made it clear that he is not enjoying the Las Vegas experience thus far. In a recent event, drivers emerged from giant boxes on the pit straight and were introduced to the crowd, which Verstappen expressed disdain for.
The event included a drone show, musical performances, and the introduction of drivers to the crowd. Verstappen, who also chose to miss a later VIP event at the Wynn’s hotel complex that F1 boss Stefano Domenicali asked all the drivers to attend, expressed his disinterest in the Las Vegas experience thus far.
In response, Verstappen expressed his dissatisfaction with the Las Vegas weekend, calling it “99% show, and 1% sporting event.” He continued to voice his opinions, stating that he does not enjoy the distractions and is solely focused on the performance side of things.
In addition, Verstappen expressed his disapproval of the Las Vegas circuit layout, describing it as “not very interesting” and lacking in excitement, especially with the new cars. He believes an F1 car is more fun with a lot of high-speed corners.
Despite his dissatisfaction, Verstappen acknowledged that Liberty Media is keen to make an impact in Las Vegas and ‘fully understood’ its desire to maximize the show element. However, he made it clear that he is not looking forward to the event and is not impressed by the circuit layout.
The Red Bull driver’s opinions have sparked a conversation about the balance between the show and the sport in F1, and whether the Las Vegas Grand Prix will live up to the expectations of the drivers and fans.
Verstappen’s candid remarks provide insight into his mindset as he prepares for the upcoming race in Las Vegas and sheds light on the ongoing debate about the direction of F1 events. Whether his opinions will impact the future of F1 events remains to be seen, but it is clear that Verstappen’s focus is solely on the performance side of things.