Max Verstappen discusses request to collide with rivals in karting challenge
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 5:41 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen recently participated in a filming challenge at Silverstone where he competed against 100 drivers on a purpose-built track. During the event, hosted by comedian Mo Gilligan, Verstappen started from the back of the pack with the objective of overtaking every participant. The driver acknowledged joking with Red Bull regarding his interest in colliding with competitors, a request the team did not approve. The event, titled Max vs 100, features participants including content creators, athletes, and streamers. Designed by former champion David Terrien, the track is intended to test Verstappen's traffic navigation and pace. The content is scheduled to release on Disney+ on September 16.
- •Max Verstappen attempted to overtake 100 drivers on a purpose-built track at Silverstone.
- •The challenge was hosted by comedian Mo Gilligan.
- •Verstappen confirmed that Red Bull denied his request to purposefully shunt other drivers.
- •The footage is set to release on Disney+ on September 16.
- •The course was designed by former Formula A karting world champion David Terrien.
- 5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull response to playful "shunt" request in 100-driver karting challenge
- 5:41 PMMotorsport.com — Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull response to playful "shunt" request in 100-driver karting challenge
"Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has revealed that he jokingly asked Red Bull for permission to "shunt" his rivals while filming for a challenge in which he took on 100 drivers at a go-karting event. The challenge took place on a purpose-built track at Silverstone. Verstappen started at the back, behind 100 other drivers, with the aim of overtaking every competitor. Verstappen ...Keep reading
"Max Verstappen joked about asking Red Bull for permission to "shunt" rivals while taking on 100 drivers in a karting challenge
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 5:41 PMMax Verstappen reveals Red Bull response to playful "shunt" request in 100-driver karting challenge
Max Verstappen joked about asking Red Bull for permission to "shunt" rivals while taking on 100 drivers in a karting challenge
- Motorsport.comSep 3, 2026, 5:41 PMMax Verstappen reveals Red Bull response to playful "shunt" request in 100-driver karting challenge
Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has revealed that he jokingly asked Red Bull for permission to "shunt" his rivals while filming for a challenge in which he took on 100 drivers at a go-karting event. The challenge took place on a purpose-built track at Silverstone. Verstappen started at the back, behind 100 other drivers, with the aim of overtaking every competitor. Verstappen ...Keep reading
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