Max Verstappen has revealed that he may step away from Formula 1 after the 2026 season if the upcoming regulations do not meet his expectations. The Dutch driver, who has won four world titles, stated that the new car rules could influence his decision to retire. He has also voiced criticism of the 2026 F1 cars, expressing concerns about their design and performance. Despite the potential retirement talk, Verstappen remains focused on the current season and has not ruled out continuing to race beyond 2026 if the regulations improve.
Verstappen weighs 2026 retirement amid new F1 rules
Four‑time F1 champion Max Verstappen said he could retire at the end of 2026 if the new regulations don’t appeal to him.