‘I hated this car at times’ – Verstappen on his 2025 season

Max Verstappen narrowly missed his fifth World Championship in 2025, losing by just two points to McLaren's Lando Norris. Despite a challenging start with Red Bull facing car issues, Verstappen considered this his best season, displaying a powerful comeback by winning five out of eight Grands Prix. He overcame a 104-point deficit before the Abu Dhabi finale. Although he won the final race, Norris secured third place, sealing the title with 423 points to Verstappen's 421. Verstappen expressed no regrets, acknowledging the "rollercoaster" season and the positive team atmosphere, feeling optimistic heading into next year.