ESPN REPORT : Max Verstappen shocks the racing world by announcing his departure from Red Bull Racing to join Ferrari on a record-shattering five-year, $500 million contract.. See more details..

 

– Max Verstappen shocks the racing world by announcing his departure from Red Bull Racing to join Ferrari on a record-shattering five-year, $500 million contract.

– This deal, which is rumored to be facilitated by a secret meeting between Verstappen and Ferrari’s CEO, Benedetto Vigna, is not only a huge upset in the driver market but is also the highest-paying contract in F1 history.

– Sources close to the negotiations claim that Verstappen’s salary will be supplemented by a percentage of Ferrari’s championship winnings.

– The deal also includes a unique ‘Verstappen Clause,’ allowing him to have veto power over his future teammate.

– “I’m thrilled to join the Ferrari family and make history together!” Verstappen said. “The Prancing Horse and I will conquer the F1 world!”
– “Max’s arrival is a game-changer,” said Ferrari’s Team Principal, Frederic Vasseur. “We’re eager to dominate with him at the wheel.”

– F1 fans are in an uproar on social media, with #VerstappenToFerrari trending worldwide and many expressing shock, excitement and even outrage over the news.
– Red Bull Racing’s hierarchy is in crisis mode, scrambling to find a replacement driver who can match Verstappen’s talent and charisma.
– Ferrari’s rivals are crying foul, accusing the team of “buying” the championship and urging the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) to investigate the deal.

– Verstappen’s departure sparks an all-out driver market frenzy.
– Red Bull Racing’s dominance is threatened, and they are rumored to be considering a slew of top drivers to replace Verstappen.
– Ferrari’s resurgence with Verstappen at the helm sparks hopes of a new era of dominance