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Red Bull facing face Verstappen reality as rival boss reveals team switch verdict
The speculation surrounding Max Verstappen’s future at Red Bull has intensified with recent comments from a rival F1 team boss hinting at a potential move. Despite Red Bull’s history of success with four F1 drivers’ titles, it’s rumored that Verstappen may be eyeing a shift, with Mercedes emerging as strong contenders for his signature ahead of the British Grand Prix. McLaren’s Zak Brown believes the lack of official confirmation points to ongoing discussions, suggesting a possible move to Mercedes for Verstappen. Brown also expressed his belief that Red Bull would struggle without Verstappen, emphasizing the Dutchman’s impact on the team’s performance. With Verstappen currently third in the drivers’ standings, he faces pressure to bounce back from setbacks like the incident in Austria to keep his title hopes alive.
