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Marko shares truth about Verstappen’s Red Bull exit clause
Former Red Bull F1 chief Helmut Marko clarified Max Verstappen’s alleged exit clause.
Verstappen’s current contract with Red Bull extends until the conclusion of 2028, with rumors of an exit clause that could be activated if specific championship conditions were not met.
Reports suggested various conditions triggering the exit clause, such as being below third or fourth in the championship standings by a designated timeframe.
Recent information from German publication Bild indicated a potential change in the exit clause stipulations, involving Verstappen being able to terminate the contract if not leading the championship in 2027.
Marko disputed his alleged role in negotiating the exit clause, stating in an interview that such claims were unfounded.
While addressing concerns about Red Bull’s competitiveness and a potential switch for Verstappen, Marko highlighted the importance of keeping options open in the ever-evolving Formula 1 landscape.
