Verstappen Faces Safety Concerns, Ecclestone Warns Ferrari Move

Max Verstappen expressed concern for fellow driver Lance Stroll after Stroll crashed heavily during the second practice session of the Dutch Grand Prix. Verstappen, who has struggled with Red Bull's performance issues this season, admitted that the team will investigate these challenges ahead of the qualifying sessions. Meanwhile, former F1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone has warned Verstappen against moving to Ferrari after 2026, describing such a move as a potential career-ending decision due to Ferrari's ongoing leadership and performance struggles. Ecclestone also criticized Lewis Hamilton's recent move to Ferrari, suggesting Hamilton should consider retirement given the difficulties he faces adapting to the team. Verstappen himself sounded a cautious note ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, acknowledging that Red Bull might find the circuit challenging and hoping for weather conditions to aid their chances. Overall, Verstappen's focus remains on improving Red Bull's competitiveness while navigating the pressures of driver transfers and team dynamics within Formula 1.