Max Verstappen on the comparison with Johan Cruyff

      In the Netherlands, Max Verstappen is often compared to the legendary footballer Johan Cruyff, who did a lot for the development of sports in the country, particularly through the construction of free sports fields. In an interview with FORMULE 1 Magazine, Max spoke about this comparison…

      Max Verstappen: “Sometimes I think we need to build karting tracks, but it’s not that simple in the Netherlands. A football field and a karting track are structures of different levels, plus the field is much more environmentally friendly.

      I definitely want to leave something behind, but first and foremost, I think about my GT program. About finding talents in the world of simulators and giving them a chance to showcase themselves on a real track. These are the goals I strive for, alongside developing my racing team Verstappen Racing.

      Success helps a lot. If Cruyff couldn’t play ball, he would never have become so popular. It’s always a combination of factors. But there are many popular footballers who will never be role models for the youth.

      Cruyff is very well-known and loved for his statements and his way of thinking. Listen, I don’t read books. I really don’t like it. But if a new book about Cruyff comes out, I will read it because I find it interesting.”