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News›Dutch Grand Prix 2026

Verstappen calls for Dutch government support for motorsport

RacingNews365+ 1 moreThu 6 Aug · 12:45 UTCupdated Tue 18 Aug · 17:10 UTCHave your say
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Max Verstappen has called on the Dutch government to enhance its support for motorsport as the country prepares to conclude its hosting of the Dutch Grand Prix. The future of motorsport in the Netherlands remains uncertain following this month's final race at Zandvoort.

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First to reportMax Verstappen calls for government action as Dutch motorsport enters uncertaintyJust what will happen to motorsport in the Netherlands once the Dutch Grand Prix ends and Max Verstappen retires?RacingNews365Thu 6 Aug · 12:45 UTCRead their report →
Verstappen urges Dutch government to back motorsportMax Verstappen has urged the Dutch government to do more to protect the future of motorsport as Formula 1 prepares to leave Zandvoort after this month's final Dutch GP.grandprix.comFri 7 Aug · 17:15 UTCRead →
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