New York, Aug 1 Motorsport race driver Max Verstappen has confirmed that he will remain with Red Bull for the 2026 Formula One season, ending speculation over his future with the team for the time being.
The Dutchman was linked with Mercedes despite having a contract with Red Bull until 2028, reports CNN.
But the four-time reigning world champion ended the talk over his short-term future, confirming that he’ll remain with Red Bull next year while speaking ahead of this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix.
This season has been one of big change at Red Bull already, with long-time team principal Christian Horner being fired earlier this month after 20 successful years with the team.
Despite speculation Verstappen might leave, Horner had resolute belief that the 27-year-old would stay with the team.
The rumours about reported interest in the Dutch driver from Mercedes were fuelled when the yachts of Verstappen and Mercedes boss Toto Wolff were spotted near one another in Sardinia, although the former was quick to shoot down speculation.
“If my boat is next to Toto’s, then the boat is next to Toto’s. You can have a personal relationship with someone even if you don’t have a working relationship with someone,” Verstappen said on Thursday.
But he has now put an end to any possible move, confirming his place with Red Bull in 2026.
Verstappen currently ranks third in the drivers’ championship standings, 81 points behind leader Oscar Piastri of McLaren.
Source: UNI News
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