Red Bull in Trouble: HE Forged It – Further Questioning Underway as FIA Seizes Max Verstappen’s Driving Certificate.
In a shocking turn of events that has sent tremors through the Formula 1 world, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has seized Max Verstappen’s official F1 Super Licence amid an ongoing investigation into alleged document forgery. The reigning world champion and Red Bull Racing’s star driver is now at the center of a controversy that could have far-reaching implications for both his career and the team’s reputation.
According to sources within the FIA, suspicions were raised after irregularities were discovered during a routine audit of licensing records earlier this week. Initially dismissed as clerical errors, the anomalies pointed to possible forged documentation related to Verstappen’s licensing renewals. An internal whistleblower reportedly tipped off investigators, prompting the FIA to act swiftly.
The FIA confirmed in a brief statement today: “As part of our compliance and integrity protocols, we have temporarily seized the Super Licence of Max Verstappen for verification purposes. Further questioning will be conducted in coordination with Red Bull Racing and other relevant authorities. No conclusions have been reached at this time.”
Red Bull Racing has responded with a statement of their own, expressing shock and full cooperation with the investigation. “We are confident in Max’s integrity and the legitimacy of all documents submitted on his behalf. We will work closely with the FIA to resolve this matter quickly and transparently,” the team said.
The alleged forgery, if proven true, could implicate administrative staff within Red Bull or third-party agents responsible for handling the renewal process of Verstappen’s licence. It remains unclear who exactly is under scrutiny, though reports suggest one high-ranking official—referred to only as “HE” in early leaks—may have orchestrated the falsification.
For Verstappen, this situation arrives at the worst possible time. The Dutch driver has been dominating the grid with relentless consistency, gunning for a fourth consecutive championship. His sudden sidelining—even temporarily—could drastically alter the trajectory of the 2025 season, opening the door for rivals like Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris, and Lewis Hamilton to capitalize.
Meanwhile, the FIA’s decision to seize the certificate signals that the investigation has moved beyond a preliminary phase. Experts believe this level of escalation usually follows corroborated evidence of wrongdoing or potential legal infractions.
The paddock is buzzing with speculation. Could Red Bull have knowingly submitted falsified documents? Was this an isolated incident or part of a wider pattern of administrative misconduct? And how much did Verstappen know, if anything?
As the situation develops, questions continue to pile up, and Formula 1 fans around the world are watching with bated breath. For now, Verstappen remains unavailable for comment, and the FIA has declined to release further details until after the next round of interviews and document analysis.
What began as a quiet audit could snowball into one of the biggest off-track scandals in modern F1 history.
