Max Verstappen thanks his loyal fans after difficult periods in 2025

In the end, the Dutchman just missed out on his fifth consecutive Formula 1 world championship, finishing two points behind Lando Norris after a stunning comeback.

The year was far from straightforward for Red Bull Racing: at one point, Verstappen trailed the leader by 104 points.

In his message to the fans, Verstappen thanked them for their support.

He said on the Talking Bull podcast: "Thank you very much for sticking with us even in a very tough season, I would say, especially in the beginning.

Next year, Red Bull is set to take on a great challenge, as, for the first time, the Austrians will manufacture an in-house engine in collaboration with Ford. The team's car will be revealed on 15 January in Detroit, Michigan in the United States.

The four-time world champion is currently on holiday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

In a video uploaded by NASCAR driver Daniel Suarez, the Dutchman was also seen testing his skills in volleyball. Find out more here!

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