Jos Verstappen has issued a sharp response to former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner following recent criticism directed at his son, three-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen. The elder Verstappen, a former F1 driver himself, defended his son against what he perceived as unfair commentary from the outspoken Italian-American team boss.
The dispute appears to center around Steiner’s public remarks regarding Max Verstappen’s behavior and approach to racing. While the specific details of Steiner’s initial criticism have not been fully disclosed, Jos Verstappen clearly felt compelled to address the comments publicly, marking another chapter in the ongoing tensions that can arise between F1 personalities and media figures.
This confrontation highlights the protective nature of the Verstappen family dynamic, with Jos consistently standing up for his son throughout Max’s career. The Red Bull Racing driver has faced various criticisms during his rise to the top of Formula 1, and his father has frequently served as a vocal defender when he believes the attacks are unwarranted or excessive.