Max Verstappen gave longtime Red Bull mechanic Ole Schack his Brazilian Grand Prix helmet after Schack’s final race with the team. Schack, who joined Red Bull in 2005, is leaving the traveling crew to spend more time with his family.

By the Numbers
  • Schack began his Formula 1 career with Jaguar in 2004.
  • He worked with Red Bull from its first season in 2005.
  • Schack is 48 and has worked with David Coulthard, Sebastian Vettel and Verstappen.
  • Verstappen started 21st and finished second at Interlagos.
Yes, But

Schack said he is proud of his time with Red Bull, but wants to be more present for his family after years spent traveling. He is not leaving to join a rival team.

Bottom Line

The helmet and a commemorative Red Bull can marked the end of a long team chapter—and a personal choice to put family first.