Checo teased Max with a post.

It seems like the Red Bull drama isn’t over just yet! After Max Verstappen, now a four-time Formula 1 World Champion, proudly posted a photo with Erling Haaland, his former teammate Sergio Perez (Checo) fired back with a classic piece of trolling—posting a picture of himself with Sergio Ramos.

The internet instantly exploded with laughter, with fans speculating whether this was just a harmless joke or a subtle dig at Max after Checo’s departure from Red Bull.

Max & Haaland: A Meeting of Champions

Max Verstappen, fresh off his fourth consecutive F1 title, shared a photo posing with football superstar Erling Haaland. Both athletes dominate their respective sports—Max in Formula 1 and Haaland as one of the most lethal strikers in football.

Fans were quick to hype up the moment, calling them the “Speed Demon and Goal Machine” duo. Some even joked that Max and Haaland could swap sports and still win titles.

But while Max was celebrating this star-studded encounter, Checo had something else in mind…

Checo’s Ultimate Clapback

Just hours after Max’s post, Sergio Perez—who recently left Red Bull—dropped a bombshell on social media by posting a picture of himself standing alongside football legend Sergio Ramos.

🔹 Checo: “With a true champion!”

Ouch. That one had some sting to it.

Fans immediately caught on to the not-so-subtle jab at Verstappen. If Max was flexing his friendship with Haaland, Checo countered with a photo alongside a World Cup-winning footballer and multiple-time Champions League champion.

Social media erupted:

“Checo’s pettiness is unmatched!”
“Max has Haaland, Checo has Ramos—who wins?”
“Red Bull’s drama continues even after Checo left the team!”
“Checo stays GOATED for this level of trolling!”

A History of Tension Between Verstappen & Perez

This lighthearted trolling might seem like innocent fun, but it’s no secret that the relationship between Verstappen and Perez was never smooth.

Here are just a few highlights of their tensions over the years:
🔹 Brazil 2022 – Max refused to let Checo pass, despite team orders, sparking outrage.
🔹 2023 season – Perez started strong but was gradually sidelined as Verstappen dominated.
🔹 Red Bull favoritism? – Many fans believed the team prioritized Max, leaving Checo without equal opportunities.
🔹 Perez’s Red Bull exit – After a disappointing season, Perez left the team, reportedly feeling sidelined.

Now, with Checo no longer in Red Bull’s garage, he seems to be embracing his “free agent” energy—and what better way to start than by roasting his former teammate?

Social Media War: Fans Take Sides

As expected, fans split into two camps, each fiercely defending their driver.

📌 Team Verstappen:

“Max is a four-time F1 champion, while Ramos is a retired defender. What’s the comparison?”
“Haaland is the future of football; Ramos is past his prime!”
“Checo should focus on finding a new F1 seat instead of trolling Max!”

📌 Team Checo:

“Ramos has a World Cup, Haaland doesn’t. Case closed.”
“At least Checo has a sense of humor—Max is too serious all the time!”
“This is the best revenge arc after Red Bull pushed him out!”

Is This the Start of a New Rivalry?

Even though they are no longer teammates, Verstappen and Perez might still keep throwing shots at each other—whether on the track or online.

Could Max respond with his own counter-troll? Will Checo continue his meme-worthy social media moments? One thing’s for sure: F1 fans will be watching closely.

Red Bull’s drama might be over for now, but the memes will last forever. 🚀😂