P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen ‘disruption’ prevents seismic F1 transfer
A former F1 racer believes that Max Verstappen’s disruptive style is deterring some teams from pursuing him for a potential contract.
Verstappen, being a four-time world champion, is highly sought after in the F1 world.
Although Mercedes has shown interest in him for 2024 and 2025, Verstappen has confirmed his loyalty to Red Bull for 2026.
Guenther Steiner hints that Verstappen may switch teams in 2027 based on upcoming regulation changes.
Juan Pablo Montoya has expressed doubts about every team wanting Verstappen, especially considering his potential impact on team dynamics.
Verstappen’s contract with Red Bull runs until 2028, but performance-based exit clauses suggest he may consider leaving if significant improvements are not made.
With Red Bull’s new team principal and the shift to their own power unit production, they aim for success in the future F1 landscape.
