He’s certainly angling for the biggest pay packet ever in F1 and who could blame him in his position. Regardless of what some people say, he’s the biggest, most recognisable sportsman in F1 (admittedly Max has a strong following). On top of that, a 7 time champion, so he’s clearly trying to cash in with one last big contract before retiring. Ultimately he’s doing the job and helping to secure double championships for the team every year since 2014 (note my careful wording there [2016]) so I don’t blame him. Whatever he’s asking for, it’s obviously a hard pill to swallow but why rock a working formula? I think it’ll get done, I don’t think there’s any doubt there, regardless of how badly I want to see GR66 in a Benz.
It is very unusual for such a big name and team to be in this position at this stage of the year though. Will it be sorted before Testing 🤣