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Red Bull F1 chief Helmut Marko has given a definitive verdict on Max Verstappen’s future and confirmed where the four-time world champion will race in…
Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s F1 chief, has confirmed that Max Verstappen will continue racing for Red Bull in 2026 amid speculations of a potential switch. Verstappen’s current contract runs until 2028, but concerns arose due to Red Bull’s recent performance decline. Despite trailing in the standings, Marko assured that Verstappen will remain with the team. The 2026 season brings uncertainty with regulation changes, but Verstappen’s loyalty to Red Bull seems unwavering, even amidst interest from other teams like Mercedes and Aston Martin. Red Bull’s new team principal, Laurent Mekies, aims to secure Verstappen’s long-term commitment in the face of upcoming challenges.
