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Ex-Red Bull chief insists Max Verstappen ‘looking at’ TWO F1 teams as exit options
Richard Hopkins, former head of Red Bull operations, has suggested that F1 champion Max Verstappen is considering various options for the 2027 season. Despite staying with Red Bull for 2026, there have been speculations about Verstappen’s future if the team fails to provide him with a competitive car. In addition to Mercedes, Hopkins hinted that Ferrari and Aston Martin could be potential destinations for Verstappen. The allure of Ferrari’s championship-winning potential and the belief in Adrian Newey’s abilities at Aston Martin make them attractive options for the Dutch racer. Verstappen’s current contract with Red Bull runs until 2028, but possible exit clauses may offer him flexibility in his future decisions. The links between Verstappen and Aston Martin have been widely discussed, especially considering Newey’s track record of success in designing championship-winning cars.
