Schack pays tribute to Verstappen as he leaves Red Bull

Red Bull mechanic Ole Schack has paid a heartfelt tribute to Max Verstappen as he prepares to leave the team after around two decades of service. Schack finished his Red Bull career following the São Paulo Grand Prix at Interlagos, saying he wanted to spend more time with his family.

Speaking to De Telegraaf, Schack said the small details of working with Verstappen often go unnoticed because they are part of daily life. He said Verstappen is still essentially the same person he was a decade ago and remains honest in the way he deals with the media. Schack also drew a comparison with football stars Ronaldo and Messi, saying Verstappen has "just that little bit extra that you can't teach someone".

Schack also described Red Bull's environment as out of the ordinary, pointing to its own Energy Station and its season-opening party in Melbourne. He added that despite growth the team has kept its identity, noting that it still plays the loudest music in the pit lane.