2024-04-04 10:22:42
Max Verstappen attended the Thursday press conference for the 2024 F1 Round 4 Japanese GP. He spoke regarding his relationship with Honda F1, which will end at the end of next season. Honda (HRC), which currently supplies F1 power units to Red Bull Racing, will end its partnership next season and return to F1 in earnest as Aston Martin’s works partner from 2026.
Max Verstappen, who is rumored to be leaving Red Bull and joining Aston Martin Honda, was asked a question regarding Honda, which is marking the 60th anniversary of Honda Motor Co.’s entry into F1. “Winning races and championships together is definitely a highlight with Honda,” said Verstappen. “Just being able to work with the Honda people. There are so many great things we’ve done and so much more to come.” Verstappen said last year that he was disappointed Honda would be gone following 2026. There was no other choice, but in general terms, he was asked how he evaluates his relationship with Honda and how it differs from other engine suppliers he has used in the past. “Honestly, the relationship has always been really good,” Verstappen said. “Of course, there are unforgettable moments, like my first podium, seeing everyone’s happy faces following a difficult few years. And, of course, my first win. All the moments I lived. , and the championship, and the really good people that I work with. And as Pierre said before, their culture. “I respect the way they approach things. It was really great working with them. Of course, at some point our relationship will end in terms of working with the team, but that doesn’t mean it’s over.” Apart from the engine manufacturers…all of them are great in their own way, but of course we’ve had a longer relationship with Honda.”On the possibility of re-teaming with Honda for Aston Martin at some point following 2026. When asked the question, Verstappen replied, “I don’t know.” “I don’t necessarily mean 2026 or anything like that, right? I have a contract with Red Bull until 2028. After that, I first want to make sure I really want to continue. That’s the most important thing for me. It doesn’t really matter where it is. That’s the most important thing. So in a way, I’m not thinking too much regarding it at the moment.”
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