Max Verstappen says he “seriously considered” quitting Formula 1 before committing to a new contract with Red Bull. The Dutch driver indicates he weighed retirement before ultimately signing the renewal.
The reports, carried by outlets including The Independent and Yahoo Sports, agree on the core points: Verstappen renews his deal with Red Bull and acknowledges that he had contemplated leaving the sport earlier. Both sources frame the comments as part of his decision-making process ahead of the contract signing, rather than as an immediate threat to his F1 future.
Neither article provides additional detail on the specific timing, reasons beyond his general consideration of quitting, or the contractual length and terms. Overall, the outlets align on what he said and that the contract renewal follows that reflection, while offering limited further context about motivations or implications for his forthcoming seasons.
