# Verstappen puzzled by engine braking

> Max Verstappen says his F1 engine brakes randomly, 'deciding by itself what to do'.
- Title: Verstappen puzzled by engine braking · RaceFans | Shortify
- Summary: Max Verstappen says his F1 engine brakes randomly, 'deciding by itself what to do'. Max Verstappen can't explain engine braking issues during Mexican Grand…
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- Source: RaceFans — https://racefans.net/2026/11/03/spotlight-verstappen-puzzled-by-engine-braking-it-just-decides-by-itself-what-to-do
- Published: 2026-11-03T11:21:51+00:00
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- Topics: max verstappen, f1, mexican grand prix, engine braking, verstappen, f1 racing, sports, cars
## Verstappen puzzled by engine braking
Max Verstappen said he couldn't explain the engine braking problems he reported on his radio during the latter stages of the Mexican Grand Prix.
## Engine 'decides by itself what to do'
Verstappen said the engine 'just decides by itself what to do' to be honest, so he doesn't know.

> It just decides by itself what to do
## Hot conditions cause issues
Verstappen suspected the problem was linked to the demanding conditions at the track, saying everything is running so hot.
## Key takeaway

Max Verstappen can't explain engine braking issues during Mexican Grand Prix, saying the engine 'decides by itself what to do'.