Sports · 4 April 2026
Verstappen rules out rally switch over safety fears
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Fans hoping for a move to another racing type may be disappointed by safety concerns. Max Verstappen said he will not switch to rallying, explaining the danger of hitting objects like trees is a risk he is unwilling to accept despite admiring the sport. He made the remarks on a podcast, while preparing for a Nürburgring 24 Hours race in May.
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