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Verstappen issues definitive statement on Red Bull future

Four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen has provided an update on his racing future

Originally written by Kerry Violet. This version is a translation.

Monday 6 January 2025 01:00

Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has issued a definitive statement on his future at Red Bull.

Dominating the sport in recent years, the Dutchman added a fourth crown to his tally at the Las Vegas Grand Prix in November after a championship battle with Lando Norris.

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Despite Verstappen's individual success, however, Red Bull's spot as the sport's top dog was taken, with both McLaren and Ferrari usurping them in the constructors' standings this campaign.

Max Verstappen is currently contracted to Red Bull until 2028

Max Verstappen was linked with a potential switch to Mercedes during the 2024 season

Verstappen makes Red Bull statement

Whilst Mercedes looked less competitive for the majority of last season, the rivalry between Toto Wolff and Christian Horner continued, with the team principals both taking shots at each other, claiming they had a chance at stealing one another's drivers.

Verstappen’s own father added fuel to the fire recently by admitting that a team switch could still be on the cards should Horner’s outfit not provide his son with a competitive car.

In a conversation with F1, the Red Bull star has now appeared to have cemented his future.

"I’m loving it, I have a contract until 2028," Verstappen declared.

"After that, I don’t want to think about it yet. A lot of things can happen.

"But for now, I’m very happy with where I’m at."

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