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Max Verstappen will ‘just’ drive for Red Bull Racing in 2026, but who will be his teammate next year? Helmut Marko gives an update.
Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko announced that the team’s driver evaluations for next season will begin “after the summer break”. Yuki Tsunoda’s contract ends after this season, leaving the second Red Bull seat available for 2026. Tsunoda has been struggling and is experiencing the longest point-less streak of any Red Bull driver in F1 history. Despite his challenges, Tsunoda’s performance in Hungary and proximity to Max Verstappen has garnered praise. Red Bull plans to evaluate not only Tsunoda but also Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar. Marko emphasized that driver evaluations are based on both positive and negative performances, with all options remaining open.
