Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has spoken about the physical toll of the sport's demanding calendar after two drivers fell ill recently. The Dutch driver addressed concerns about the packed schedule's impact on competitor health during a media session.
Verstappen's comments come as the F1 calendar continues to expand, with a record number of races scheduled for the current season. The intense travel and racing schedule has raised questions about driver welfare and recovery time between events.
While the identities of the two affected drivers were not disclosed, the incident has reignited discussions about the balance between commercial growth and athlete wellbeing in motorsport's premier series.
