History of Max Verstappen in Timeline
Max Emilian Verstappen is a Belgian-Dutch Formula One race car driver. He races under the Dutch flag for Red Bull Racing. He has won the Formula One World Championship in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
1950: G. Farina Wins Formula One Championship
G. Farina won the Formula One World Championship in 1950.
1951: J. M. Fangio Wins Formula One Championship
J. M. Fangio won the Formula One World Championship in 1951.
1952: A. Ascari Wins Formula One Championship
A. Ascari won the Formula One World Championship in 1952.
1953: A. Ascari Wins Second Formula One Championship
A. Ascari won his second Formula One World Championship in 1953.
1954: J. M. Fangio Wins Second Formula One Championship
J. M. Fangio won his second Formula One World Championship in 1954.
1955: J. M. Fangio Wins Third Formula One Championship
J. M. Fangio won his third Formula One World Championship in 1955.
1956: J. M. Fangio Wins Fourth Formula One Championship
J. M. Fangio won his fourth Formula One World Championship in 1956.
1957: J. M. Fangio Wins Fifth Formula One Championship
J. M. Fangio won his fifth Formula One World Championship in 1957.
1958: M. Hawthorn Wins Formula One Championship
M. Hawthorn won the Formula One World Championship in 1958.
1959: J. Brabham Wins Formula One Championship
J. Brabham won the Formula One World Championship in 1959.
1960: J. Brabham Wins Second Formula One Championship
J. Brabham won his second Formula One World Championship in 1960.
1961: P. Hill Wins Formula One Championship
P. Hill won the Formula One World Championship in 1961.
1962: G. Hill Wins Formula One Championship
G. Hill won the Formula One World Championship in 1962.
1963: J. Clark Wins Formula One Championship
J. Clark won the Formula One World Championship in 1963.
1964: J. Surtees Wins Formula One Championship
J. Surtees won the Formula One World Championship in 1964.
1965: J. Clark Wins Second Formula One Championship
J. Clark won his second Formula One World Championship in 1965.
1966: J. Brabham Wins Third Formula One Championship
J. Brabham won his third Formula One World Championship in 1966.
1967: D. Hulme Wins Formula One Championship
D. Hulme won the Formula One World Championship in 1967.
1968: G. Hill Wins Second Formula One Championship
G. Hill won his second Formula One World Championship in 1968.
1969: J. Stewart Wins Formula One Championship
J. Stewart won the Formula One World Championship in 1969.
1970: J. Rindt wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1970, J. Rindt won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1971: J. Stewart wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1971, J. Stewart won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1972: E. Fittipaldi wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1972, E. Fittipaldi won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1973: J. Stewart wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1973, J. Stewart won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1974: E. Fittipaldi wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1974, E. Fittipaldi won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1975: N. Lauda wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1975, N. Lauda won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1976: J. Hunt wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1976, J. Hunt won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1977: N. Lauda wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1977, N. Lauda won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1978: M. Andretti wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1978, M. Andretti won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1979: J. Scheckter wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1979, J. Scheckter won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1980: A. Jones wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1980, A. Jones won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1981: N. Piquet wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1981, N. Piquet won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1982: K. Rosberg wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1982, K. Rosberg won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1983: N. Piquet wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1983, N. Piquet won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1984: N. Lauda wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1984, N. Lauda won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1985: A. Prost wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1985, A. Prost won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1986: A. Prost wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1986, A. Prost won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1987: N. Piquet wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1987, N. Piquet won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1988: A. Senna wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1988, A. Senna won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1988: McLaren sets a record of eleven consecutive wins
In 1988, McLaren set a record of eleven consecutive wins in Formula One.
1989: A. Prost wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1989, A. Prost won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1990: A. Senna wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1990, A. Senna won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1991: A. Senna wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1991, A. Senna won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1992: N. Mansell wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1992, N. Mansell won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1993: A. Prost wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1993, A. Prost won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1994: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1994, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1995: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1995, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1996: D. Hill wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1996, D. Hill won the Formula 1 World Championship.
September 1997: Birth of Max Verstappen
Max Emilian Verstappen was born in September 1997.
September 1997: Birth of Max Verstappen
Max Emilian Verstappen was born on September 30, 1997, in Hasselt, Belgium, to Jos Verstappen and Sophie Kumpen.
1997: J. Villeneuve wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1997, J. Villeneuve won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1998: M. Häkkinen wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1998, M. Häkkinen won the Formula 1 World Championship.
1999: M. Häkkinen wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 1999, M. Häkkinen won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2000: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2000, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2001: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2001, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2002: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2002, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2003: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2003, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2004: M. Schumacher wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2004, M. Schumacher won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2004: Schumacher Sets Record for Most Wins in a Season
In 2004, Michael Schumacher achieved a record-breaking thirteen race wins in a Formula One season, setting a benchmark for future drivers.
2005: Mini Junior Championship
At the age of seven, Max Verstappen competed in the Mini Junior championship of his home province of Limburg, Belgium, and won the VAS Championship in the same category in 2005.
2005: F. Alonso wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2005, F. Alonso won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2006: VAS Championship
Max Verstappen repeated his success in the VAS Championship in 2006.
2006: F. Alonso wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2006, F. Alonso won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2007: K. Räikkönen wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2007, K. Räikkönen won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2007: Rotax Max Mini Max Class
Verstappen graduated to the Rotax Max Mini Max class and won the Rotax Max Challenge Belgium and the Dutch Championship in that category in 2007.
2008: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2008, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2008: Belgian Cadet Championship and Rotax Max Challenge Belgium
Racing in a CRG kart entered by his father, Max Verstappen won the Belgian Cadet Championship, as well as the Rotax Max Challenge Belgium and Benelux Karting Series in Mini Max class in 2008.
2009: J. Button wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2009, J. Button won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2009: Pex Racing and Belgian KF5 Championship
Verstappen joined Pex Racing, a CRG customer team, and defended his titles in the Mini Max championships and won the Belgian KF5 Championship in 2009.
2010: S. Vettel wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2010, S. Vettel won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2010: CRG Factory Team and International Karting
Verstappen signed with CRG to race in their factory team and stepped up to international karting in 2010. He achieved second place in the KF3 World Cup, won the WSK Euro Series and World Series, and finished fifth in the European Championship.
2011: WSK Euro Series Win and European and World Championship Challenges
Verstappen won the WSK Euro Series in 2011 but faced challenges in the European and World Championships, finishing 14th and being taken out of the World Cup respectively.
2011: S. Vettel wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2011, S. Vettel won the Formula 1 World Championship.
July 2012: Verstappen Leaves Intrepid and Returns to CRG
In July 2012, Verstappen left Intrepid and had a short stint with CRG-built Zanardi karts before returning to the factory CRG team. He finished second at the World Cup in the KF2 class and competed in the SKUSA SuperNationals in the KZ2 class in a CRG, finishing 21st.
2012: S. Vettel wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2012, S. Vettel won the Formula 1 World Championship.
October 2013: First Experience in a Racing Car
Verstappen's first experience in a racing car was on October 11, 2013 at the Pembrey Circuit, where he drove 160 laps in a Barazi-Epsilon FR2.0-10 Formula Renault car provided by Dutch team MP Motorsport.
December 2013: Formula Renault and Formula 3 Testing
In December 2013, Verstappen tested for several Formula Renault 2.0 teams, a Dallara F311 Formula 3 car run by Motopark Academy, and another Formula Renault test at Circuito de Jerez, driving for Josef Kaufmann Racing. At this test, Verstappen drove faster than Formula Renault regulars and set a faster lap time than the more experienced driver Eddie Cheever III at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo near Valencia.
2013: S. Vettel wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2013, S. Vettel won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2013: Sebastian Vettel sets a record of nine consecutive wins
In 2013, Sebastian Vettel achieved a record of nine consecutive wins in Formula One.
2013: Record-Breaking Season in Karting
In 2013, at age 15, Max Verstappen had a record-breaking season in karting, winning the South Garda Winter Cup in KF2 class and the WSK Euro and Master Series in KZ class. He won two European Championships and a World Championship (the European and World KF and World KZ championships) - an unprecedented feat in the history of the discipline. Verstappen also won the 2013 World KZ Championship at Varennes-sur-Allier, France, beating Charles Leclerc and becoming the youngest driver ever to win the KZ World Championship.
2013: Vettel Equals Schumacher's Record for Most Wins in a Season
Sebastian Vettel matched Schumacher's record in 2013 by securing thirteen race victories in a single Formula One season.
January 2014: Racing Debut in Florida Winter Series and FIA European Formula 3 Championship
On January 16, 2014, Verstappen's racing debut was announced in the non-championship Florida Winter Series. Following his single-seater debut in the inaugural Florida Winter Series, where he won two races, Verstappen drove in the FIA European Formula 3 Championship for Van Amersfoort Racing at age 16. Verstappen scored a record six consecutive victories in the series and a record ten victories total, placing third in the overall rankings.
August 2014: Joins Red Bull Junior Team
In August 2014, Verstappen joined the Red Bull Junior Team after testing a Formula Renault 3.5 car, and also considered an offer from Mercedes to join their driver development program.
October 2014: Youngest Driver in F1
On October 3, 2014, Verstappen became the youngest driver to participate in a Formula One Grand Prix weekend at the Japanese Grand Prix.
2014: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2014, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
October 2015: Move to Monaco
Max Verstappen moved to Monaco in October 2015, the day after obtaining his road driving licence on his 18th birthday.
2015: Preparation for Full-Time Seat at Toro Rosso
During the first practice session at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, Verstappen replaced Jean-Éric Vergne as part of his preparation for a full-time seat at Toro Rosso in the 2015 season. At 17 years and three days old, Verstappen was the youngest person in history to participate in a Formula One race weekend.
2015: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2015, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2015: Youngest Driver to Start a World Championship Race and Score Points
Verstappen became the youngest driver to start a World Championship race through joining Toro Rosso's race driver line-up as a full-time driver with teammate Carlos Sainz at the 2015 Australian Grand Prix, at the age of 17 years, 166 days - breaking Jaime Alguersuari's existing record by almost two years. At the subsequent race in Malaysia, Verstappen qualified sixth and finished the race in seventh place, scoring his first Formula One points aged 17 years, 180 days, breaking the record of the then-youngest driver to score World Championship points.
2015: Decision to Compete with a Dutch Racing Licence
Despite being born in Belgium, Max Verstappen decided to compete with a Dutch racing licence in 2015, stating he "feels more Dutch."
2015: Receives Three Awards at FIA Prize Giving Ceremony
At the end of the 2015 season, Verstappen received three awards at the FIA Prize Giving Ceremony - 'Rookie of the Year', 'Personality of the Year', and 'Action of the Year', for his overtake on Felipe Nasr on the outside of the Blanchimont corner at the Belgian Grand Prix.
2015: Collision with Romain Grosjean at Monaco Grand Prix
At the 2015 Monaco Grand Prix, Verstappen was involved in a high-speed collision with Romain Grosjean and crashed into the barriers at high speed. Verstappen was given a five-place grid penalty for causing the accident and was branded 'dangerous' by Williams driver Felipe Massa.
2015: Youngest Driver to Compete in Formula One
At the age of 17 years and 166 days, Max Verstappen became the youngest driver to compete in Formula One in 2015.
May 2016: Replaces Daniil Kvyat at Red Bull Racing
On May 5, 2016, following the Russian Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing announced Verstappen would be replacing Daniil Kvyat from the Spanish Grand Prix onwards, with Kvyat returning to Toro Rosso. After qualifying fourth for the Spanish Grand Prix, Verstappen took the race lead and held off Ferrari's Kimi Räikkönen in the later stages of the race to take his first Formula One victory, becoming the youngest driver ever to win a Formula One Grand Prix at the age of 18 years and 228 days, displacing Sebastian Vettel.
2016: Youngest Driver to Win a Formula One Grand Prix
At the age of 18, Max Verstappen won the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, becoming the youngest driver ever to win a Formula One Grand Prix.
2016: Talent of the Century
Following Max Verstappen's maiden Formula One win at the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, three-time Formula One World Champion Niki Lauda described Verstappen as the "talent of the century." Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner also stated that Verstappen is the best driver Red Bull have ever seen.
2016: Hamilton Defends Young Verstappen
Following Verstappen being given a warning for his driving conduct at the 2016 Belgian Grand Prix, the 18-year-old received the backing of then three-time champion Lewis Hamilton.
2016: N. Rosberg wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2016, N. Rosberg won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2016: Continues 2016 Season at Toro Rosso
Verstappen began the 2016 season at Toro Rosso, again alongside Sainz. After qualifying fifth for the opening race of the season in Australia, Verstappen eventually finished tenth. He enjoyed a more successful weekend at the following race in Bahrain, finishing sixth to score Toro Rosso's first-ever points at the Sakhir circuit.
2017: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2017, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2018: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2018, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2018: Verstappen called faster than Ricciardo
In 2018, Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko said Verstappen was faster in both qualifying and race trim than his teammate Daniel Ricciardo.
August 2019: First Dutch Pole Sitter
On August 3, 2019, Verstappen became the first Dutch Formula One driver to take pole position at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
2019: Verstappen secures first pole position, is called the fastest driver in F1
In 2019 at the Hungarian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen took his first ever pole position. Former F1 world champion Nico Rosberg called Verstappen the fastest driver in Formula One after the qualifying session.
2019: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2019, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2019: Hamilton Achieves Record for Most Championship Points
In 2019, Lewis Hamilton set a new record for the most points scored in a Formula One season, amassing 413 points.
2019: Notable Races in 2019
In 2019, Verstappen achieved notable results at several Formula 1 races. At the Bahrain Grand Prix, he secured his fourth career pole position and achieved back-to-back pole positions for the first time. However, despite overtaking Hamilton for the lead, he went off track and had to concede the position, ultimately finishing second. At the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, he started third but quickly took the lead and maintained it throughout the race, securing the win ahead of Hamilton. In the Portuguese Grand Prix, he finished second after a close battle with Hamilton, while in the Spanish Grand Prix, Hamilton's two-stop strategy proved superior, resulting in Verstappen finishing second despite setting the fastest lap.
2019: Multiple notable figures in racing call Verstappen the fastest F1 driver ever
In 2019, former Formula One World Champion Jenson Button said he believes Max Verstappen is the fastest driver ever in Formula One.
November 2020: Purchase of Dassault Falcon 900EX Aircraft
Verstappen purchased a Dassault Falcon 900EX aircraft from Virgin Galactic in November 2020.
2020: Verstappen's 2020 Formula 1 Season Outcome
Verstappen finished the 2020 Formula 1 season in third place, earning 214 points. He achieved two race victories, eleven podium finishes, one pole position, and three fastest laps.
2020: L. Hamilton wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2020, L. Hamilton won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2020: Verstappen's 2020 Formula 1 Season Highlights
Throughout 2020, Verstappen achieved notable results in Formula 1 races. He secured second place in Spain, third in Belgium, and faced two consecutive DNFs in Italy and Tuscany, causing him to drop from second place in the championship. He bounced back with a second place finish in Russia, his seventh podium of the year. Further highlights include a second place finish and the fastest lap at the Eifel Grand Prix, a third place finish in Portugal, and a disappointing retirement due to a puncture at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
2020: Verstappen called "most dominant team leader"
In 2020, former Formula One driver Eddie Irvine said Verstappen is "by far the most dominant team leader on the grid."
January 2021: Relationship with Kelly Piquet
Max Verstappen began publicly dating Kelly Piquet in January 2021.
May 2021: First Dutch Driver to Lead World Championship
On May 23, 2021, Verstappen became the first Dutch Formula One driver to lead the World Championship after winning the Monaco Grand Prix.
2021: Criticism and Praise for Verstappen's Driving
Despite earning high praise, Verstappen faced criticism in the wake of the penalties he incurred during the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Former Formula One driver Martin Brundle questioned if Verstappen's driving was hard racing or professional fouls.
2021: M. Verstappen wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2021, M. Verstappen won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2021: Verstappen's Growing Fanbase
In 2021, Verstappen has accumulated a significant fanbase from around the world, boosting ticket sales particularly for European races. Honda's Formula One managing director Masashi Yamamoto praised the Verstappen supporters at the 2021 Dutch Grand Prix.
2021: Verstappen Voted Most Popular Driver
In 2021, Verstappen was voted the most popular Formula One driver in an official survey. A fan made song, "Super Max!" performed by Pitstop Boys, went viral after Verstappen's 2021 championship victory.
2021: Recognition of Verstappen's Raw Talent
In 2021, former Formula One driver Gerhard Berger echoed Jenson Button's recent comments, anointing Max Verstappen as the Formula One driver of this era with the most raw talent. Two-time Formula One World Champion Fernando Alonso commented that Verstappen is the standout driver in Formula One. Former Formula One Driver Karun Chandhok likened Verstappen's ruthless and uncompromising attitude in race combat to Michael Schumacher's unyielding and iron-willed style of racing. Verstappen was also ranked first in the annual Formula One team principals’ top ten drivers ranking in 2021.
2021: More praise for Verstappen, and his first world championship
In 2021, three-time Formula One World Champion Jackie Stewart said that Verstappen is the fastest driver in Formula One. Verstappen also won his first Formula One World Championship in 2021.
2021: First Dutch Formula One World Champion
Max Verstappen became the first Dutch driver to win the Formula One World Championship in 2021.
2021: First Formula One World Championship
Max Verstappen won his first Formula One World Championship in 2021.
2021: Verstappen's Key Races in 2021
In the 2021 Formula 1 season, Verstappen achieved key victories at the United States Grand Prix and the Mexico City Grand Prix. At the United States Grand Prix, he secured pole position and went on to win the race, extending his lead in the Drivers' Championship. At the Mexico City Grand Prix, starting third, he overtook both Bottas and Hamilton to take the lead and ultimately won the race, further increasing his championship lead.
March 2022: Verstappen Signs Long-term Contract Extension with Red Bull
In March 2022, Verstappen committed to a five-year contract extension with Red Bull Racing, securing his future with the team until 2028. From the 2023 season onward, as the reigning world champion, he would adopt the number 1 on his car instead of his usual number 33.
September 2022: Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau
Max Verstappen was made an Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau in September 2022 in recognition of his racing achievements.
2022: Second Formula One World Championship
Max Verstappen won his second consecutive Formula One World Championship in 2022.
2022: Verstappen's Controversial Championship Win in 2022
The 2022 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix saw Verstappen win his first Formula One World Drivers' Championship in a dramatic and controversial finish. Despite starting from pole position, Verstappen lost the lead to Hamilton early on. A late safety car brought him back into contention. However, the race director's decision regarding lapped cars during the safety car period led to protests from Mercedes. Verstappen ultimately overtook Hamilton on the last lap, securing the championship win. The controversy surrounding the safety car procedures resulted in changes to the regulations for the following season.
2022: Acknowledgement of Dual Heritage
In 2022, Verstappen stated that he appreciates both his Dutch and Belgian heritage, acknowledging he is "half-half at the end of the day."
2022: Consecutive Formula One World Championship
Max Verstappen won his second consecutive Formula One World Championship in 2022.
2022: Laureus World Sports Award
In 2022, Verstappen was named the winner of the Laureus World Sports Award for Sportsman of the Year.
2022: Verstappen breaks his own record for wins in a season
In 2022, Max Verstappen won fifteen races, setting a record for most Formula One wins in a season. He broke this record the following year, in 2023.
2022: M. Verstappen wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2022, M. Verstappen won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2022: Verstappen's Elevated Performance
Following an impressive first half of the 2022 season, journalist David Tremayne claimed Verstappen had elevated himself to a new higher level compared to his 2021 title winning season, suggesting Verstappen's first title had made him more relaxed.
February 10, 2023: "33 Max Verstappen" Song Release
On February 10, 2023, another fan-made song, titled "33 Max Verstappen", was released. The EDM track went viral on TikTok.
2023: M. Verstappen wins the Formula 1 World Championship
In 2023, M. Verstappen won the Formula 1 World Championship.
2023: Third Consecutive Formula One World Championship
Max Verstappen won his third consecutive Formula One World Championship in 2023.
2023: Third Formula One World Championship
Max Verstappen won his third consecutive Formula One World Championship in 2023.
2023: Verstappen's 2023 Season with Red Bull
Verstappen continued his partnership with Sergio Pérez at Red Bull for the 2023 season. His season started strong with a win from pole position at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Despite a driveshaft issue in qualifying at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, he managed to secure second place. He continued his winning streak at the Australian Grand Prix but faced a setback in Azerbaijan, finishing second to Pérez.
2023: Verstappen Extends Red Bull Contract
Verstappen extended his contract with Red Bull, securing his position with the team through 2023. He chose to use number 1 for the season, marking his status as the reigning world champion.
2024: Miami Grand Prix
As of the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has achieved 58 victories, 38 pole positions, and 32 fastest laps.
2024: Verstappen's winning streak ends
Max Verstappen's nine race winning streak ended in 2024 when a brake fire forced him to retire during the Australian Grand Prix.
2028: Contract Extension with Red Bull
Max Verstappen signed a contract extension to remain with Red Bull until at least the end of the 2028 season.
2028: Verstappen's Contract with Red Bull Extends to 2028
Verstappen's contract extension ensures his place at Red Bull Racing until the end of the 2028 season, solidifying a long-term partnership between the driver and the team.