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F1 boss casts further doubt over Max Verstappen’s Red Bull future
McLaren F1 CEO Zak Brown doubts Max Verstappen will race at Red Bull in 2026 due to ongoing Mercedes switch rumors. Brown has a competitive relationship with Christian Horner and likes to stir the pot regarding Red Bull. Verstappen’s future was discussed after reports of talks with Mercedes emerged before the Silverstone race. Brown sees ambiguity in Verstappen’s responses as evidence his Red Bull future isn’t secure. Concerns arise over Verstappen potentially breaking his Red Bull contract early for Mercedes, which could be a disaster for Red Bull according to Brown. The possibility of Verstappen moving to Mercedes raises concerns about the team’s competitiveness, posing a challenge for Red Bull.
