P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The topic of Max Verstappen’s F1 future is set to rumble on in 2026…
“Karun Chandhok has revealed that Red Bull is nervous about Max Verstappen’s future in F1, especially after his close defeat to Lando Norris in the 2025 championship.
Verstappen’s future in 2026 will depend on Red Bull’s performance and their new power unit in the upcoming era of regulations.
Chandhok mentioned that some within Red Bull are concerned about whether Verstappen will enjoy the new generation car and style of racing.
There is speculation that if Verstappen does not enjoy F1 in 2026, it may benefit other drivers like Hadjar.
Although Verstappen has been linked with other teams like Mercedes and Aston Martin, Chandhok believes he will have the luxury to choose the best car in 2027 if Red Bull fails to deliver a competitive car.”
