Formula One Verstappen staying with Red Bull

MAX Verstappen has confirmed for the first time he will stay with Red Bull - after George Russell admitted he is on the brink of a new Mercedes contract.

- Philip DUNCAN

Verstappen’s break clause from his Red Bull deal can no longer be activated, after his fourth-placed finish in Belgium last Sunday ensured he will not be lower than third in the world championship at the summer break which follows this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix.

Asked at the Hungaroring if he can say for certain that he will be at Red Bull in 2026, Verstappen replied: “Yes. I never really said anything about it because I was just focused on talking to the team about improving our performance, future ideas and next year and that is why I had nothing really to add.