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Max Verstappen discusses his Formula 1 season outlook in Monza

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 5:11 PM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Max Verstappen discusses his Formula 1 season outlook in Monza

Summary

Max Verstappen addressed questions regarding his potential performance for the remainder of the 2026 Formula 1 season during a media session in Monza. The driver responded to concerns about whether he might finish the year without a single race victory, which would mark his first winless season since 2015. Verstappen declined to confirm such a scenario when prompted by reporters. He also recently commented on the condition of his Red Bull vehicle, characterizing the car as being made out of paper. The remarks follow ongoing scrutiny of Red Bull performance levels as the racing schedule continues.

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By the Numbers

•Max Verstappen held a media session in Monza on September 10, 2026.
•The driver addressed speculation about his potential to finish the 2026 season without a win.
•Verstappen previously compared his Red Bull car to paper.
•The driver declined to confirm the possibility of a winless season to the press.

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When Max Verstappen was asked during the Dutch media session in Monza whether he now thinks he might not win a single race this Formula 1 season – which would be the first time since his debut year in 2015 – a telling response followed: "I'm obviously never going to say that out loud!" Read Also: Formula 1Max Verstappen explains Red Bull car "made out of paper" comment after ...Keep reading
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