It has not been the ideal start for Max Verstappen in Singapore. A weekend that showed so much promise has taken a turn for the worse overnight. Rumors were circulating in the paddock that Red Bull was one of the two teams to exceed the budget cap last year. If the rumors are true, then there is a possibility of Max being stripped of his maiden championship.

Things weren’t better on the track either for the reigning world champion. An uncharacteristic mistake by Red Bull cost Max a potential pole position. This means that the Flying Dutchman will start from P8 on the grid.

Despite things going downhill, Max Verstappen has shown complete faith in his team. Red Bull’s wonder kid firmly stated that no lines were crossed while the team was striving for excellence last year.

An unfazed Max Verstappen, speaking about the controversy, said, “What I hear from the team is that everything went correctly. It’s not irritating for me. I don’t value it. I know where it comes from and which people are complaining about it.” [translated using Google]

“I have no fear of it. It is other teams that talk, while they cannot have all the information. I think that’s a bit stupid. Then I think: just shut up,” Max added.

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Two teams that will be thrilled by this ruckus are Mercedes and Ferrari. Both of these teams have played second fiddle to an unstoppable Red Bull and would love to make a comeback soon.

Ferrari and Mercedes baying for blood

The hunters are on the prowl. Both Toto Wolff and Mattia Binotto have not left any stone unturned since these rumors surfaced. The two heavyweights have insisted FIA take stern action against Red Bull, in case of any irregularity.

Toto Wolff, talking to Sky F1, took a dig at Christian Horner. He said, “It’s funny that Christian says that, because it’s been weeks and months they’re being investigated, so maybe he doesn’t speak to his CFO (Chief Financial Officer). “

“It is of huge importance for a demonstration that these regulations are policed and I have no reason to believe otherwise,” Mercedes’ Team Principal added.

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Amid all of this, both Max Verstappen and Christian Horner have remained super confident. Now, we’ll have to just wait for the FIA to give their decision after their thorough scrutiny.