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Max Verstappen

Verstappen admits IGNORING F1 news

Verstappen admits IGNORING F1 news

Sam Cook
Max Verstappen

Despite being the reigning Formula 1 world champion, Max Verstappen has admitted that he doesn't pay much attention to the sport's news in his time off.

The Dutchman's incredible run over the last three seasons, collecting a trio of titles and setting new records for dominance, has seen him become a celebrity who transcends his own sport.

His Instagram account alone, for example, boasts over 11 million followers, while his ever-growing list of ventures see him appeal to multiple different racing audiences.

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner recently revealed that the Dutchman is 'uncomfortable' with his new-found fame, and his social media habits may be evidence of that.

"I don't follow very many Formula 1-related accounts or people anyway," Verstappen told Formule 1.nl.

Max Verstappen is a three-time Formula 1 world champion
Max Verstappen is a three-time Formula 1 world champion
Christian Horner has recently revealed that Max Verstappen is 'uncomfortable' with the limelight
Christian Horner has recently revealed that Max Verstappen is 'uncomfortable' with the limelight
Max Verstappen claimed 19 race victories in 2023, including 10 in a row
Max Verstappen claimed 19 race victories in 2023, including 10 in a row

Verstappen's off-track habits

Verstappen has spent his winter break engrossed in an online racing series, as well as taking some much-needed time to recuperate with his family.

However, despite this apparent racing obsession, the Dutchman has admitted that he tries to stay away from F1 during his down-time.

Last season was the joint-longest in F1 history, and the upcoming 2024 season will be the longest the sport has ever seen, spanning 21 different countries and running from February-December.

"I consciously ignore a lot of Formula 1 news, then at a certain point it no longer appears in my timeline," he added.

"Actually, I only follow other sports and athletes, also to gain balance in my life. I don't want to know everything - especially when I'm at home - about what's going on in the paddock.”

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