Max Verstappen Compares F1 to Real-Life Mario Kart: "Swapped My Simulator for a Nintendo Switch"

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Verstappen: F1 is Mario Kart IRL! Swapped Simulator for Nintendo Switch

Max Verstappen at the Chinese Grand Prix (AFP)

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News18•12-03-2026, 20:15

Verstappen: F1 is Mario Kart IRL! Swapped Simulator for Nintendo Switch

•Max Verstappen claims new F1 regulations make racing feel like Mario Kart, joking he swapped his simulator for a Nintendo Switch.
•The 2026 regulations introduce a 50-50 split between internal combustion and electric power, focusing on energy harvesting and boost deployment.
•Features like straight-line mode, active aerodynamics, and boost buttons contribute to the "virtual power-up" feel.
•Other drivers like Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris, Esteban Ocon, and Sergio Perez also criticize or joke about the new F1 direction.
•Despite criticism, Verstappen remains optimistic for improvements, confirming he has no desire to leave F1 and is in discussions with F1 and FIA.

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