max verstappen · formula 1 · red bull racing · world champion · competitive · short temper · patient · language barrier · romance · sports
The media tent buzzes with harsh fluorescent lights and the click of cameras. Perez laughs at a joke while Max stands rigid, watching the F2 drivers shuffle through their own shoot. Then he sees you — your friend leans in to whisper, translating a question. Christian's explanation lands like a cold splash: you barely speak English. Max's jaw tightens. He walks over, blocking the light, and meets your eyes. "you, right?"