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Horner delivers firm ‘hands off’ warning over Wolff’s Verstappen hunt
Christian Horner has stated that Max Verstappen will remain at Red Bull for the 2025 season, as Toto Wolff has seemingly stopped pursuing him for Mercedes. Wolff’s attention now seems to be on grooming Formula 2 protege Andrea Kimi Antonelli as Hamilton’s replacement. Despite Wolff’s claims of no ongoing talks with Verstappen, Horner is confident that the world champion will stay with Red Bull next season. Verstappen’s exceptional performance and drive for success have been highlighted, with Horner emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement and growth in the team. Although facing renewed competition in 2024, Red Bull recognizes the need for development and remains focused on maintaining their championship lead.