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Max Verstappen has said categorically he will not be seen in the Formula 1 paddock in any capacity other than as a driver, and will chase other “fun things” to do instead of becoming a team principal or advisor.

Verstappen’s plan sounds distinctly Kimi Raikkonen-esque for his post-F1 future, although the 2007 World Champion confirmed he will be competing in the NASCAR Cup series at Watkins Glen in August as he steps back behind the wheel.

The Dutchman’s father, Jos, is competing in rallying this season as he continues racing in his spare time, and Max has not ruled out having a similar hobby in the future while he is still able to be “competitive at a nice age”, although the unfettered desire to win will very much be there.

But once he has cut the cord with Formula 1, Verstappen is adamant he is unlikely to be back any time soon.

“You will not see me again as an analyst or in a team role. No way,” the reigning World Champion said in no uncertain terms to Dutch magazine FORMULE 1 while being interviewed alongside his father.

“I don’t have the motivation for that. If I don’t drive myself anymore, I want to do other fun things.”

Verstappen added it will be good to “step away from that for a while” once he has retired, explaining: