P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen has expressed that he won’t make a decision on his prospects in Formula 1 “based on emotion” amid rumours linking him with a switch to Mercedes. Verstappen is contracted to Red Bull until 2028, but question marks have arisen over his commitment since the power struggle that ensued at the team in pre-season […]
“Max Verstappen is currently under contract with the Red Bull team until 2028, but there have been doubts about his commitment following a power struggle within the team during pre-season. The tension stemmed from an internal investigation into Christian Horner’s actions, leading to public disagreements involving the Red Bull boss and Max’s father, Jos. Mercedes has been positioning themselves in case Verstappen becomes available, with recent success making them an attractive option. While Mercedes has seen a resurgence with three wins in the past four races, Red Bull’s performance has dipped as competition tightens. Despite the speculation, Verstappen, who has been with Red Bull since 2014, emphasizes the importance of loyalty and making a well-considered decision for his future in Formula 1.”
