Verstappen states that a decision regarding his F1 future is not expected for 'weeks'.

      Max Verstappen stated that it could take "weeks" for his Formula 1 future to become clear again following new political opposition against the proposed rule changes for 2027. The Red Bull driver had seemed ready in Montreal to commit to staying in Formula 1 after 2026, as the FIA and stakeholders endorsed plans to lessen the heavy reliance on electric technology in the current rules. However, support for those changes has since diminished due to pushback from several manufacturers, particularly Ferrari and Audi.

      In an interview with Viaplay after the Canadian GP, Verstappen highlighted the uncertainty of the current situation. "There isn’t much on my mind," he remarked. "I live my life and know what I want. We’ll have discussions about it with the team," he added when asked about his future. "Hopefully, we’ll have a bit more clarity in a few weeks."

      His frustration was compounded by a challenging weekend with the RB22 in Montreal. Verstappen expressed ongoing concerns about bouncing, instability while braking, and unpredictable behavior over the kerbs—issues he claims Red Bull hasn’t resolved. "The car suddenly feels different," he noted. "One moment to the next, it just bounces a lot more."

      "This is a problem we’ve been facing for a long time. It’s quite frustrating because I've been reporting this for a few years," Verstappen continued. "Not much is done about it. Consequently, you can’t push to the limit. There’s something in the car that hasn’t been functioning well for several years."

      Verstappen acknowledged that Red Bull has occasionally prioritized experimentation over outright performance in their setups. "The result is that the team sometimes can’t aim for the best results due to a failed experiment," he admitted.

      The Dutch driver also compared his recent experiences in Formula 1 unfavorably with his outings in GT3, including the renowned Nordschleife 24-hour race. "After racing a weekend at the Nordschleife and then coming back, you truly think 'I didn’t miss this,'" Verstappen confessed. "It’s just how it is, but it’s not how it should be."

      He mentioned that Red Bull is also advocating for changes to the FIA and Formula One Management. "As a team, we highlight this to the FOM and the FIA," he said. "And as drivers, we express what we believe should be improved. Hopefully, they will make adjustments."

      When asked directly if he is confident that the FIA and FOM will implement the necessary changes despite the resistance from manufacturers, Verstappen was straightforward. "It has to (change)," he stated. "It’s that simple."