Tension Grows at Red Bull Amid Verstappen Criticism

Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert has labeled Jos Verstappen as the 'warmonger' amid increasing tensions at Red Bull Racing, particularly following Max Verstappen's disappointing performance that has seen him go winless in six races. After a significant defeat to Lando Norris at the Dutch Grand Prix, Jos criticized team principal Christian Horner for the team's slump, stating the situation is serious and changes are necessary. Herbert expressed concerns about Max's dissatisfaction with the team's current trajectory and suggested that conversations between Max and Mercedes for the 2026 season should be considered. With Red Bull's dominance waning, Herbert believes the team must act quickly to maintain their star driver. Jos's ongoing public criticism of Horner has been a point of contention within the team, raising questions about Max's future at Red Bull. Herbert's comments highlight the urgency for Red Bull to address these internal and competitive challenges.