Verstappen comments on F1 rule changes before Barcelona Grand Prix
Autosport • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Max Verstappen discussed his future in Formula 1, stating that it relies heavily on upcoming regulation changes. He expressed optimism about a proposed 60-40 split in power unit balance, which manufacturers debated amid political sensitivities within the sport. The finalized balance will shift to 58-42 in favor of internal combustion engines for the next season, with hopes for the full 60-40 ratio in 2028. Verstappen acknowledged the changes as a positive step but noted that compromise among manufacturers delayed the implementation of more significant modifications. The FIA World Motor Sport Council still needs to formally ratify these changes.
- •Verstappen expressed doubts about the sufficiency of regulatory changes.
- •The new power unit balance will be 58-42 next year.
- •Changes require ratification by the FIA World Motor Sport Council.
- •Debate among manufacturers delayed more significant changes.
- •Fernando Alonso voiced concerns about the effectiveness of these regulations.
- 7:50 AMAutosport — Are the rule changes enough to keep Verstappen in F1?
- 7:49 AMYahoo Sports — Are the rule changes enough to keep Max Verstappen in F1? “I understand the politics behind it”
- 7:49 AMMotorsport.com — Are the rule changes enough to keep Max Verstappen in F1? “I understand the politics behind it”
"In Montreal last month, Max Verstappen said his Formula 1 future would largely depend on potential regulation changes for next year and added that introducing the proposed 60-40 split would “definitely help” to keep him in the series for longer, although the topic has since proven politically sensitive. Several manufacturers opposed significant hardware changes for next season, resulting in ...Keep reading
"In Montreal last month, Max Verstappen said his Formula 1 future would largely depend on potential regulation changes for next year and added that introducing the proposed 60-40 split would “definitely help” to keep him in the series for longer, although the topic has since proven politically sensitive. Several manufacturers opposed significant hardware changes for next season, resulting in ...Keep reading
"Max Verstappen says the changes are a step in the right direction and understands the paddock politics that prevented them from being introduced at once - while Fernando Alonso is more critical
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External links- AutosportJun 12, 2026, 7:50 AMAre the rule changes enough to keep Verstappen in F1?
In Montreal last month, Max Verstappen said his Formula 1 future would largely depend on potential regulation changes for next year and added that introducing the proposed 60-40 split would “definitely help” to keep him in the series for longer, although the topic has since proven politically sensitive. Several manufacturers opposed significant hardware changes for next season, resulting in ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 7:49 AMAre the rule changes enough to keep Max Verstappen in F1? “I understand the politics behind it”
Max Verstappen says the changes are a step in the right direction and understands the paddock politics that prevented them from being introduced at once - while Fernando Alonso is more critical
- Motorsport.comJun 12, 2026, 7:49 AMAre the rule changes enough to keep Max Verstappen in F1? “I understand the politics behind it”
In Montreal last month, Max Verstappen said his Formula 1 future would largely depend on potential regulation changes for next year and added that introducing the proposed 60-40 split would “definitely help” to keep him in the series for longer, although the topic has since proven politically sensitive. Several manufacturers opposed significant hardware changes for next season, resulting in ...Keep reading
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