Max Verstappen claims McLaren’s recent upturn in form means ‘nothing’ around the ‘tricky’ Monaco Street Circuit

While Verstappen has been dominant, McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have also been regularly challenging for the top spots in their MCL38. Moreover, the papaya outfit is third in the constructors championship and has been on a steady rise in terms of mustering points in races.

Nothing, because Monaco is again completely different. But you can see, of course, that it's clearly very close now.  Max Verstappen when being asked about McLaren’s advantage

The 26-year-old has won in Monaco twice in his career and will look to add to his tally this week. On the other hand, the Woking-based team will look to secure their second Grand Prix win of the 2024 season.

Max Verstappen takes a dig at sustainability of F1 calendar

While Max Verstappen has set his sights on Monaco, he has recently also taken a jibe at the sustainability of the F1 calendar. The F1 seasons have been getting longer in recent years and while they are packed with action and excitement, they have been on the back foot when it comes to reducing the carbon footprint.

When you look at sustainability but at the same time I understand that having two-three races in the same country or the same continent maybe sell less tickets. But then what are you trying to sell? Is it tickets or actually to sell the sustainability story? That's what we have to look at. Max Verstappen in an interview posted on X

The F1 calendar has been known to cause fatigue and restlessness amongst the drivers. The frequent travel all over the globe tends to take a heavy toll on their bodies.

F1 president and CEO, Stefano Domenicali has also recently pressed on the need for sustainability of the race schedules. However, keeping in view the trend the sport has followed in recent times, it seems very difficult to reduce the carbon footprint of the sport anytime soon.