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The world champion has a contract with Red Bull until the end of the 2028 season.
Helmut Marko believes that Max Verstappen will eventually leave Red Bull due to performance issues, despite his successful track record in the last three seasons. Verstappen’s relationship with Red Bull has shown signs of strain, with the possibility of him considering quitting before the end of his contract in 2028 if Marko is no longer part of the team. While Mercedes has shown interest in Verstappen, he has also threatened to leave grand prix racing altogether. Marko emphasizes that Verstappen’s decision to leave Red Bull will ultimately be based on performance, as most top drivers have performance-related exit clauses in their contracts. If Red Bull fails to provide Verstappen with a competitive car, he may choose to seek other opportunities.
