Christian Horner Makes Revealing Comments After Max Verstappen's Recent Actions

Verstappen is back in his natural habitat, as he tries to claim his second win of the season at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Horner was asked about his driver's recent adventures and he replied that the team tends to give freedom to their talent.

Verstappen reportedly set a new lap record during his test, which could have opened a door for a future career in this category. 

That said, Horner added that he draws the line at the four-time champion missing a Formula 1 race. 

“He's not going to miss a race, that's for sure,” Horner said, per Sky Sports. “The focus obviously has to be here on the day job. But I think it's great that he's so versatile. As Red Bull, we've always been slightly more relaxed than perhaps other teams in terms of the freedom that we've given our drivers."

“But it's finding that compromise, finding that balance. Obviously, the priority is here. But it's great that he's embracing all forms of motorsport.”

Verstappen has been the only driver who has gotten in the middle of McLaren's dominance to start this season. He won the Japan Grand Prix, but has been inconsistent since that moment. 

This weekend's grand prix could be a good opportunity for him to go back to the top or watch the papayas increase their dominance over the competition.