Pierre Gasly commented on Max Verstappen’s renewal with Red Bull until the 2030 Formula 1 season, saying that despite a cost to the team, it is a great story for the sport.
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After the numerous possibilities for the future of the four-time world champion involving team changes and even retirement, the contract renewal was announced before the start of the Dutch GP.
Joining the team in 2016 and winning his first race in Barcelona, if he indeed stays until the end of the agreement, it will be more than ten seasons with the same team. For the Frenchman from Alpine, it is a great achievement for both sides.
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“I mean, there is already a seven-time world champion [Lewis Hamilton] driving for Ferrari. I think it’s a very cool story. I can’t remember any driver who has spent so much time with the same team. Obviously, this has a cost for the team, but I think it’s quite a story. And yes, overall, I consider it positive news for everyone,” he commented.
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