Max Verstappen lifts lid on Red Bull extension, McLaren talks and Nurburgring raid in BBC Radio 5 Live special
Max Verstappen lifts lid on Red Bull extension, McLaren talks and Nurburgring raid in BBC Radio 5 Live special
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has sat down for an exclusive chat with the BBC's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson in a dedicated special broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live.
The Red Bull driver headlined the station's live schedule in a segment billed as the Max Verstappen Special, giving listeners a rare, in-depth audience with the Dutchman at a time when he remains the dominant figure in the sport.
Why he stayed at Red Bull
Verstappen opened up about the reasoning behind his decision to extend his contract with Red Bull, explaining the factors that convinced him to commit his future to the team with which he has won all four of his world titles.
McLaren conversations laid bare
The champion also reflected on his discussions with rival constructor McLaren, lifting the lid on the nature of those talks and what they meant for his career path.
Nurburgring surprise and engine rules
The conversation turned to his stunning appearance at the Nurburgring 24 Hours in May, a cameo that caught the motorsport world off guard, as well as his thoughts on the new Formula 1 engine regulations that will reshape the grid in the coming years.
The exclusive interview formed part of Radio 5 Live's live output, with the station following the Verstappen special with 5 Live Boxing featuring Steve Bunce, Ade Oladipo, Johnny Nelson and Ruth Raper, before Stephen Nolan's programme with Johnny I'Anson sitting in.