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via grandprix.comJos Verstappen slams claims about Max's next moveJos Verstappen has bluntly rejected Dutch reports that Max Verstappen is preparing to recommit to Red Bull for 2027 while negotiating a richer contract without an exit clause.
via RacingNews365Max Verstappen Identifies Key Focus Area for Red Bull TeamMax Verstappen has highlighted a significant priority for Red Bull as they continue to develop the RB22. The driver emphasized the importance of addressing this area to enhance the team's performance.
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via Motorsport.comRachel Brookes predicts major F1 driver changes for 2027Former Sky Sports Formula 1 presenter Rachel Brookes has predicted a massive overhaul of the F1 grid, tipping four-time champion Max Verstappen to join Mercedes and McLaren's Oscar Piastri to replace him at Red Bull. F1 is now in its summer break, and with that comes a lot of talk about potential driver movements for the upcoming season. While there have been no official announcements of team ... Keep reading
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via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen Reflects on F1 Season Ahead of Summer BreakMax Verstappen expressed contentment with his position in Formula 1 as the summer break approaches. He emphasized his passion for racing while discussing his relationship with Red Bull and the current regulations.
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via Motorsport.comRacing Bulls boss’ advice to his F1 drivers: Learn from Max Verstappen’s radioRacing Bulls Formula 1 team principal Alan Permane has advised his drivers Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad to listen to Max Verstappen’s radio communications. Lawson and Lindblad form, by far, the least experienced driver lineup on the 2026 grid, with a combined 35 grand prix starts coming into the campaign – much fewer than the second-least seasoned duo, Mercedes’ George Russell and Kimi ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 14:03 UTC0 comments
via RacingNews365Isack Hadjar Comments on Max Verstappen's Performance ChallengesIsack Hadjar acknowledges Max Verstappen's exceptional skills in Formula 1, noting a specific area where Verstappen excels. Despite Verstappen's struggles with the 2026 Red Bull car, Hadjar finds reassurance in the situation.
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via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen's Red Bull radio complaints prompt McLaren move question from David CroftFollowing a Hungarian Grand Prix filled with radio complaints, Sky Sports Formula 1 lead commentator David Croft has questioned whether Max Verstappen's camp is deliberately laying the groundwork for a Red Bull exit, potentially to join rival McLaren. While Mercedes hit the ground running with the new wave of regulations in 2026, winning nine of the first 11 races of the season, Red Bull has ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 08:00 UTC0 comments
via Crash‘Other motives’ theory offered for Max Verstappen F1 Red Bull car gripesDavid Croft has shared his theory for Max Verstappen's repeated Red Bull car grumbles.Fri 31 Jul · 15:17 UTC0 comments
via Motorsport.comSergio Perez reveals how Max Verstappen's "pure" leadership made him a faster F1 driverSergio Perez says observing four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen's "pure" leadership during their four-year stint as Red Bull team-mates from 2021 to 2024 made him a faster driver, despite the immense toll of partnering the Dutchman. During an appearance on the High Performance podcast, Perez detailed the internal dynamics at the Milton Keynes outfit. While the Mexican driver has been ... Keep readingFri 31 Jul · 13:27 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comPiquet mother takes swipe at Leclerc's paddock styleA minor Formula 1 WAG dispute has erupted after Sylvia Tamsma, the former partner of triple world champion Nelson Piquet and mother of Max Verstappen's partner Kelly Piquet, criticised Alexandra Leclerc's Hungarian GP paddock appearance.
via grandprix.comDomenicali doubts Verstappen will quit F1Stefano Domenicali doubts Max Verstappen will walk away from Formula 1, but insists the sport would continue to thrive without him.
via Crash'He wants to be winning' - Rachel Brookes stokes Max Verstappen Red Bull exit flamesMax Verstappen's Red Bull future has been a topic of constant speculation this year.Wed 29 Jul · 12:44 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comMax Verstappen Expected to Announce Red Bull Contract ExtensionMax Verstappen is anticipated to confirm his contract extension with Red Bull during the upcoming Zandvoort race weekend. Reports suggest that the deal could keep him with the team until 2028.+ 1 moreAlso covering thisgrandprix.comTue 28 Jul · 15:36 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comRed Bull already weighing early switch to 2027 carRed Bull is already considering an earlier-than-usual shift towards its 2027 car as Max Verstappen continues to expose the weaknesses of the current package.
via grandprix.comHadjar staying, Verstappen offered richer dealRed Bull has reportedly offered Max Verstappen a longer and more lucrative contract that would remove his existing release clause.
via theguardian.comMcLaren’s team principal hails ‘great trajectory’ of Lando Norris after win‘He’s more in control of his emotions,’ says Andrea Stella World champion won his first race of season in Hungary Lando Norris is at the peak of his powers after his win at the Hungarian Grand Prix demonstrated the world champion has a stronger psychological approach to driving, according to the McLaren team principal, Andrea Stella. Norris took his team’s first win of the season on Sunday with a commanding drive at the Hungaroring after Mercedes dominance for much of the campaign. The Briton has always maintained his team would come back into contention and duly did so, beating the Red Bull of Max Verstappen into second and the Mercedes of Kimi Antonelli into third. Continue reading...
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via theguardian.com‘Pretty bad’: Lewis Hamilton hits out at Ferrari after dropping points in F1 title raceHamilton questions strategy after finishing fifth Briton lost place after penalty for speeding in pit lane Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration with his Ferrari team after he dropped points in the title battle against Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli at the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Lando Norris returned to form with the defending world champion claiming his first race victory of the season . Hamilton finished in fourth place on the track at the Hungaroring but, with a five-second penalty imposed for speeding in the pit lane, he was classified as fifth in the race won by McLaren’s Norris, with Max Verstappen second for Red Bull and Antonelli third. Continue reading...Sun 26 Jul · 19:51 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comRed Bull cuts Verstappen media as car criticism eruptsRed Bull sharply reduced Max Verstappen's media appearances after qualifying in Hungary as the Dutchman renewed his fierce criticism of the unpredictable 2026 car.
via grandprix.comWolff Discusses Mercedes' Future Driver Lineup PlansToto Wolff has indicated that Mercedes is not urgently seeking to sign Max Verstappen for 2027, citing the rise of Kimi Antonelli. The team is currently focused on retaining George Russell while keeping options open for future driver pairings.
via grandprix.comVerstappen cools exit talk as Red Bull form improvesMax Verstappen has struck a noticeably calmer tone about his future as Red Bull begins the Hungarian GP weekend with signs of progress both on and off the track.Page 5 of 6