'How Verstappen could possibly race with his favourite number in 2026'

After Lando Norris' perfect Sao Paulo Grand Prix and Verstappen's stunning comeback, the Formula 1 grid now travels to Las Vegas.

In the 2026 season, the Dutchman could drive the Red Bull car with a number he has never used before. Should he not defend his title, he can no longer use '1', but there is a possibility he could use the number '3' instead of his previous '33'.

He told De Telegraaf: "I do indeed need to get approval, so it’s a good question which number I’ll be using next year."

There has been much talk about the Ferrari executive's comments after the Scuderia's double DNF at Interlagos. Elkann then commented: "We have drivers who need to focus on driving and talk less. We still have important races ahead, and securing second place in the Constructors’ Championship isn’t impossible."

Both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc were asked about his words today in the United States.

Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll also reacted to Franco Colapinto's comments on his Brazil GP incident with Gabriel Bortoleto.

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