Montoya: This is the beginning of the end of Max at Red Bull.

      In recent years, Max Verstappen has been considered the highest-paid driver in Formula 1, but this season has had a better start at McLaren. Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya believes that the team will not be able to pay Max as much as before.

      Juan Pablo Montoya: "This is the beginning of the end for Max Verstappen at Red Bull. In a way, Max was very lucky to be driving the best car, but this year brings back to reality. Max wants to win, but if the Red Bull car turns out to be uncompetitive, the negotiations will be completely different.

      I think that negotiations a year ago, when Toto Wolff openly talked about wanting to sign a contract with Max, would have taken place on completely different terms. The figure was insane. McLaren also contacted Max before signing Piastri to find out how much he wanted, and the figure was also insane. Now Max will have to choose between a fast car and a big salary.

      Six months ago, Max could have asked for any transfer fee, and it would have been paid. All he has to do now is go to Toto and say, "Pay me less than you would have had to pay before, but let me drive your car." The question is, is Max ready to do it?"