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Max Verstappen Gives Brazil Helmet to Red Bull Mechanic Ole Schack as Farewell Gift

Max Verstappen Gives Brazil Helmet to Red Bull Mechanic Ole Schack as Farewell Gift
World Sports · 05:41:10 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Max Verstappen presented his race helmet from the Brazilian Grand Prix to his long-time Red Bull mechanic Ole Schack as a farewell gift, marking the veteran crew member's departure from the team.

The gesture was captured in a social media post from the Brazilian Grand Prix weekend, showing Verstappen handing over the specially designed helmet to Schack, who has been a key part of Verstappen's Red Bull crew for several seasons.

Schack's departure concludes a lengthy tenure with the championship-winning outfit, with the helmet serving as a token of appreciation for his contributions to Verstappen's success.

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