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Guenther Steiner Exposes Max Verstappen's Plan for Multi-Year Mercedes Contract
Verstappen was closely linked to Mercedes since June, after George Russell admitted that his contract extension talks were on hold due to his team's ongoing talks with the Dutch driver. This is despite Verstappen's contract lasting until the end of 2028.
Max Verstappen Shuts Down Mercedes F1 Rumors, Says He's Staying at Red Bull for 2026
Rumors continued to simmer until two days ago, when Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko confirmed his expectation that Verstappen would be back in 2026. ESPN's Nate Saunders reported an exit clause in Verstappen's contract came and went, too, making it more likely he'd stay put.
Max Verstappen explains new F1 retirement stance as Mercedes make final decision on move
With a move to Mercedes seemingly off the cards, Verstappen is now well-placed to remain at Red Bull until the end of his contract in 2028. It has been speculated that the four-time world champion could then retire, provided he is content with his achievements in F1, instead pursuing a new career in endurance racing.
Max Verstappen confirms his Red Bull F1 future
Speaking with the media at the Hungarian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen confirmed his Red Bull future After weeks of speculation and rumor, Max Verstappen has made it official. He is staying at Red Bull for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Max Verstappen to Remain At Red Bull F1 Amid Mercedes Contract Rumors, Marko Says
Red Bull Racing team advisor Helmut Marko ruled out the exit of star driver Max Verstappen after the 2025 Formula One season.
Max Verstappen commits future to Red Bull for 2026 F1 season
Max Verstappen has ended speculation over his short-term future by insisting he will stay at Red Bull for the 2026 F1 season.
Max Verstappen Uncovers Crucial McLaren Secret Behind its F1 Domination
Red Bull Racing Formula One driver Max Verstappen has uncovered McLaren's strongest point that has helped it dominate the F1 grid thus far. For the first time since the inception of the current ground effect era in 2022,
Max Verstappen’s Engineer GP Exposes Dutchman’s ‘Biggest Limitation’ in F1
Max Verstappen and his race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase have a strong relationship. The two have been working together at Red The post Max Verstappen’s Engineer GP Exposes Dutchman’s ‘Biggest Limitation’ in F1 appeared first on FirstSportz.
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Doornbos defends Verstappen to Mercedes claims after ‘headless chicken’ taunt
Toto Wolff "did everything he could" to convince Max Verstappen to join Mercedes for F1 2026, claims an under-fire Dutch F1 ...
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Lewis Hamilton suffers new setback as Verstappen locates key McLaren strength – roundup
Monday's F1 news includes a Lewis Hamilton business facing liquidation as Max Verstappen finds a key McLaren MCL39 strength.
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Why Max Verstappen is urging Red Bull not to give up on 2025 despite impending F1 rule change
Max Verstappen has urged Red Bull not to give up on the 2025 Formula 1 season, despite his diminishing title prospects and ...
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F1 fans believe Max Verstappen will leave Red Bull for Mercedes
Max Verstappen is headed to Mercedes. According to Formula 1 fans, that is. In the latest F1 installment of SB Nation Reacts, F1 fans were asked where Verstappen will drive next season: ...
F1 2026 grid predicted as Lewis Hamilton quits Ferrari and Max Verstappen joins new team
The Formula One grid could look very different ahead of the 2026 season with several stars expected to be on the move. Lewis ...
Max Verstappen Tries Out A Ford Mustang GTD, Burying The Mercedes Rumors With A Roaring V8
The $327,000 pony car now has a seal of approval from the reigning four-time Formula 1 World Drivers' Champion.