Marko: Verstappen May Reconsider Red Bull Future if 2026 Season Fails
Why it matters: Max Verstappen's long-term commitment to Red Bull is under scrutiny as the team approaches the significant 2026 regulation changes, particularly concerning its new powertrain development with Ford.
The big picture: Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko suggests that while Verstappen's current decision to stay is logical due to the unpredictability of the 2026 regulations, his future could be re-evaluated if the team fails to perform competitively under the new rules.
The details:
- Marko confirmed on the F1-Insider podcast that despite earlier talks between Verstappen and Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, Verstappen's desire to stay with Red Bull was clear.
- He stated that remaining with Red Bull