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Christian Horner hits back at ‘nonsense’ Max Verstappen Red Bull exit plan
Christian Horner responded to a speculative theory suggesting that Max Verstappen might be planning to leave Red Bull following the incident at the Spanish Grand Prix. Verstappen received three penalty points and a 10-second penalty for an incident with George Russell, sparking rumors of intentional underperformance. F1 pundit Ralf Schumacher suggested that Verstappen’s actions were strategic to trigger an exit clause from his Red Bull contract before 2028. Horner dismissed this theory as ‘nonsense,’ emphasizing Verstappen’s competitive nature and desire to win. Verstappen’s recent struggles have significantly impacted his championship position, with Russell now threatening his third place in the drivers’ standings.
