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Red Bull boss Christian Horner has taken a dig at Mercedes over its dip at Formula 1’s Dutch Grand Prix amid Toto Wolff’s ongoing public courting of Max Verstappen. Wolff has made clear his desire to bring Verstappen to Mercedes, and that took another turn last weekend as he disclosed talks were held with his […]
Toto Wolff has expressed his interest in having Max Verstappen join Mercedes, revealing that talks were held with Verstappen’s camp this summer, despite him being under contract with Red Bull until 2028. Verstappen’s future with Red Bull has come under scrutiny due to ongoing tensions within the team since pre-season. Despite the speculation, Verstappen mentioned maintaining a good relationship with Wolff, while urging him to refrain from making public comments. Wolff, on the other hand, asserted that the situation between Mercedes and Verstappen is clear, and they are content with their current position. Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner, however, remains unfazed by the rumors surrounding Verstappen’s potential departure, emphasizing the team’s commitment to delivering a competitive car for the Dutch driver. Horner also hinted at exit clauses in Verstappen’s contract related to Red Bull’s performance, highlighting the importance of providing him with a winning car to ensure his continued presence within the team.
