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Max Verstappen confirmed in London that he has had contact with Aston Martin. That’s just not about Formula 1.
Max Verstappen has been linked with Aston Martin throughout the Formula 1 winter break, with rumors of a potential $1 billion deal emerging earlier this year, although it was denied by the British team. The 27-year-old four-time world champion is highly sought after by Red Bull’s rivals due to his success, leading to Aston Martin’s interest in his services, driven by team owner Lawrence Stroll. Aston Martin’s efforts to become a winning team, including the construction of a new factory and wind tunnel, paired with the upcoming partnership with Honda, signal a shift towards a works outfit. Verstappen has confirmed talks with Aston Martin, not only for F1 but also for GT3 cars, as he aims to expand his racing team’s program and potentially compete in the GT World Challenge Europe series. While Verstappen remains loyal to Red Bull until 2028, the future developments at Aston Martin, such as the addition of Adrian Newey and Honda, could potentially alter the F1 landscape.
