Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with the streaming platform Viaplay for the coming Formula 1 season. The deal gives the streaming platform exclusive insights into his life, both on and off the track.
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Viaplay is also owned by Nordic Entertainment [Nent] Group, has the rights to broadcast the sport in the Netherlands until 2024.
Max Verstappen closes an exclusive deal with a streaming platform
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Following Max’s success in 2021, the world champion struck a deal with Viaplay to provide more insight into his life, both on the track and on a personal level. In addition, the Red Bull driver will be the company’s ambassador in the Netherlands, where he has been given the rights to broadcast the sport. Verstappen’s father Jos will provide the company with Formula 1 analyzes.
Formula 1 F1 – Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – December 12, 2021 Red Bulls Max Verstappen during the REUTERS / Ahmed Jadallah race
Regarding his new contract, Verstappen said, as quoted by GPFans: “It will be great to work with Viaplay’s professional reporters on site like David Coulthard, Mika Häkkinen and Tom Kristensen. I am sure that your experience as former top drivers will be of great use. “
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How did Verstappen develop for Red Bull in 2021?
The Red Bull child prodigy won the world championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in the title-winning race. The 24-year-old prevailed and prevented his arch-rival from Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, from taking his record-breaking eighth world title. He had 10 wins, 10 pole positions, 18 podiums and ended his 2021 season with 395.5 points under his belt.
Formula 1 F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia – Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – December 3, 2021 Red Bulls Max Verstappen during practice REUTERS / Ahmed Yosri
What are your expectations of the Milton Keynes team when the 2022 Formula 1 season is around the corner? Can Max keep his driver world title? And can the team enter the constructors’ championship with the support of Sergio Perez? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
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