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Max Verstappen’s future remains a major talking point, although Helmut Marko has stressed its star driver will not depart.
Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko has confirmed that Max Verstappen will remain with the team despite talks with Mercedes. The discussions between Verstappen and Mercedes were acknowledged by team principal Toto Wolff at the Austrian Grand Prix. George Russell’s contract negotiations with Mercedes were affected by Verstappen’s talks with Wolff. Verstappen, who has long been linked to Mercedes, currently has a contract with Red Bull until 2028. Marko emphasized that Verstappen feels good in the team and that Red Bull needs to provide a competitive car for him. Despite potential exit clauses, Marko is confident that Verstappen will not be moving to Mercedes.
