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Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko has highlighted the risk that Max Verstappen begins to ‘reconsider his decision’ to stay at the team when next season rolls around – and has offered some criticism of Mercedes.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko expressed concerns about Max Verstappen potentially rethinking his loyalty to the team if they fail to provide a competitive car by 2026.
Verstappen, despite speculations of a move to Mercedes, has committed to Red Bull for next season, with a potential break clause in his contract no longer valid after the Belgian Grand Prix.
Marko emphasized Verstappen’s importance to the team, mentioning his long-standing success with Red Bull Racing and the strong family-like bond they share.
Verstappen’s contract runs until 2028, and even with the possibility of an exit clause, his intentions to stay with Red Bull have been clear.
The uncertainty of the future and the changing dynamics of Formula 1 make it challenging to predict what decisions might arise in the coming years.
