Speculation Ends
Verstappen Extends Contract with Red Bull Ahead of Schedule
The speculation is now over: Max Verstappen is staying with Red Bull. The four-time Formula 1 world champion has extended his contract with Red Bull through 2030.
Kronen Zeitung als bevorzugte Google-Quelle hinzufügen This news has certainly come as a surprise to the motorsports world and caused quite a stir. “We are very pleased to announce that Max has extended his contract with us for another four years,” Red Bull announced on Instagram, confirming that Max Verstappen will remain with the Austrian racing team.
“Since joining the Red Bull Junior Program in 2014 and making his team debut in 2016—when he claimed a victory in his very first Grand Prix—Max has become far more than just a driver. He is an integral part of the history, identity, and success of Oracle Red Bull Racing,” the team emphasized in an official press release just a few minutes later on Thursday.
Speculation had persisted
For many fans and experts, the contract extension comes as quite a surprise. After all, there had recently been increasingly intense speculation about the Dutchman leaving Red Bull or even retiring.
“The fact that Max is staying with us and that we can keep the best driver on the grid is fantastic news for everyone at Red Bull, Oracle Red Bull Racing, as well as for Formula 1 and motorsports as a whole,” said Team Principal Laurent Mekies enthusiastically.
Mekies: A Key Factor
And the four-time world champion himself is also motivated: “I’m very happy about the contract extension. We have the best people, and I’m looking forward to continuing to work with everyone to get back to the top. That remains the ultimate goal we’ve all been working toward and will continue to pursue,” said Verstappen.
The Dutchman is also pleased to announce the news ahead of the race weekend at Zandvoort and speaks emotionally: “Continuing the journey with the same team with which I’ve spent my entire career is something very special and something I’ve always wanted.”
Team principal Mekies likely played a key role in his decision to extend his contract with Red Bull after all. “It’s also great to have been working with Laurent for over a year now—I can see that he has a clear vision for the team. Everyone in Milton Keynes believes in what we’re building, and I’m looking forward to the next chapter.”
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