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Verstappen refuses to commit to Red Bull beyond 2026
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ConfirmedMax Verstappen has declined to confirm his future with Red Bull beyond 2026 despite a contract running until 2028. He cited the need to evaluate the team's performance under new regulations amid ongoing speculation about possible moves.
Contract status and recent comments
Max Verstappen's Red Bull contract extends through 2028 and includes performance-related exit clauses that he can activate in October. At the Belgian Grand Prix in Spa he refused to commit to the team beyond 2026 when asked about his long-term future.[1]
2026 performance focus
Verstappen linked any extended commitment to Red Bull's results in the new regulatory era. He stated there was nothing new to announce regarding his future and declined to provide further detail on timelines or decisions.[1]
Related reading
Sources
- [1]Verstappen refuses to commit to Red Bull past 2026 amid growing McLaren exit rumours (espn). Accessed 2026-07-17.
Published 17 Jul 2026, 09:43 UTC