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Max Verstappen has revealed that his F1 future hinges on the 2026 regulation updates and how much fun the next generation of cars are to drive.
Max Verstappen’s Formula 1 future is contingent upon the 2026 regulation updates and his enjoyment of driving the next generation of cars. Despite a dominant period with four consecutive titles between 2021 and 2024, he narrowly missed out on his fifth championship in 2025. Verstappen, now three titles away from tying the record, emphasizes that pursuing numbers has never been his main motivation. His decision to continue beyond 2026 will be based on whether the new rules make racing enjoyable. While currently with Red Bull, he is open to exploring other racing opportunities if F1 becomes less appealing.
