A shocking decision from the Russian driver: Mazepin will now focus on “five different sports,” none of which involve motorsport
Known as a brief presence in Formula 1 during 2021, Mazepin was dismissed from Haas at the start of 2022 due to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Following his departure, he continued competing in lower-tier series after serving sanctions—until now.
According to reports from TASS, Nikita Mazepin has officially announced the end of his motorsport career. This drastic decision sees him now describing himself as an “entrepreneur,” “former F1 driver,” and “hybrid athlete on a mission” in his Instagram bio.
Why the Change? The exact reasons remain unclear, especially since Mazepin was seen racing just days ago at the Dubai 24 Hours. Nevertheless, the Russian driver seems to have decided to hang up his racing helmet for good. His future now lies in five different sports, with boxing appearing to take center stage. Mazepin confirmed his plans: “This year, I plan to participate in five competitions across different sports. My boxing match is scheduled for the fall, and I hope everything goes well.”
Among the other sports, Mazepin is set to compete in the Russian dune buggy championship on sand and triathlon events.
Mazepin Enjoying Padel
A versatile athlete in the making, Mazepin shared photos of himself playing padel on social media today. While it may be a permanent break from motorsport, Mazepin doesn’t seem to be stepping away from sports altogether.
Photo: Nikita Mazepin