Verstappen Mulls F1 Exit Amid FIA Dispute

Max Verstappen, the three-time Formula 1 world champion, is contemplating retirement due to growing frustrations with the FIA's recent clampdown on offensive language, which culminated in a community service penalty for using profanity in a press conference. Verstappen's dissatisfaction was evident during the Singapore Grand Prix, where he protested by giving monosyllabic answers and organizing separate media briefings. Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko supports Verstappen's grievances, emphasizing the need to take his retirement threats seriously. Verstappen's father, Jos, also criticized the FIA's actions, calling the punishment 'ridiculous.' The controversy has led Verstappen to explore alternative racing interests, such as testing GT3 cars, highlighting his intent to find enjoyment outside of F1.