Verstappen’s Phone Prank Stuns Horner as Albon Shares Whole….read more
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner was left amused and somewhat surprised after a lighthearted moment involving Max Verstappen and Williams driver Alex Albon went viral during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend. The incident, which occurred on media day, saw Verstappen cheekily snatch Albon’s phone, leading to a series of entertaining and wholesome selfies.
Albon later took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share the evidence of the prank. The Dutchman didn’t just pocket the phone — he used it to snap selfies alongside fellow four-time world champion Fernando Alonso and F1 rookie Isack Hadjar. Albon responded to the prank with humor, joking, “911, I’d like to report a robbery,” as he posted the amusing images online. The moment brought some much-needed levity to the paddock ahead of a crucial weekend in Jeddah.
Despite the mischief, Albon’s form on the track has been anything but playful. The Thai driver has impressed in the early stages of the 2025 Formula 1 season, currently sitting eighth in the drivers’ standings with 18 points after four race weekends. His strong performances, paired with the arrival of experienced driver Carlos Sainz from Ferrari, have significantly boosted Williams’ competitiveness. The Grove-based team now holds sixth place in the constructors’ championship, trailing fifth-placed Haas by just one point — a notable rise compared to recent seasons.
As for Verstappen, the reigning champion appeared to enjoy the humorous distraction amid a flurry of speculation surrounding his future at Red Bull. Team advisor Helmut Marko recently expressed concern over Verstappen’s long-term commitment to the team, citing a downturn in Red Bull’s performance over the past year. With internal pressures mounting and rival teams catching up, Verstappen’s loyalty has come under scrutiny.
The paddock has also been buzzing with rumors that Verstappen may one day team up with Fernando Alonso at Aston Martin. While the idea of a Verstappen-Alonso pairing is intriguing to fans, Aston Martin has firmly reiterated that both Alonso and current teammate Lance Stroll remain under contract through the end of the 2026 season. Nonetheless, the speculation continues to swirl as Verstappen weighs his future in a rapidly evolving F1 landscape.
Amid the tension and shifting dynamics, Verstappen’s playful act offered a moment of camaraderie — a reminder that even among fierce competition, the sport still has room for humor and friendship.
