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Max Verstappen’s long-term Red Bull future has been questioned, but one F1 legend has told him to stay put.
Juan Pablo Montoya has warned Max Verstappen that leaving Red Bull would be “stupid,” amid speculation about Verstappen’s future due to internal unrest at Red Bull. Verstappen is being courted by Mercedes, but Montoya believes staying at Red Bull, where he’s winning everything, is the right move for him. Montoya, a former driver, feels Verstappen should consider staying at Red Bull despite concerns about the 2026 engine and chassis overhaul. Red Bull and Mercedes are expected to be competitive in 2025, making Red Bull a strong choice for Verstappen to continue his success. Montoya is confident in Red Bull Powertrains’ ability to succeed in the upcoming changes, pointing out the team’s strong hiring choices.
