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Aston Martin has denied making a reported £1 billion pursuit for Formula 1 reigning champion Max Verstappen.
Max Verstappen is currently performing at his peak in Formula 1, making him a sought-after driver by other teams like Mercedes or Aston Martin.
There has been speculation about Aston Martin making a move to secure Verstappen in the future with a reported £1 billion deal.
While Verstappen is currently contracted with Red Bull until 2028, there are clauses that could allow him to leave earlier if he chooses.
Aston Martin’s transition, with Honda becoming their engine partner and Adrian Newey joining the team, could be enticing for Verstappen.
Despite the rumors, Verstappen has stated that he is not currently considering a move and feels content and successful with Red Bull.
There are future rule changes in F1 that could impact Verstappen’s decision, but for now, he is focused on his current team and achieving success with them.