Max Verstappen’s Future with Red Bull: A Look at His Commitment and Plans for 2026

Four-time Formula 1 world champion, Max Verstappen, has confirmed his intention to continue racing with Red Bull in the 2026 season. Despite facing challenges with the 2025 car and fierce competition from McLaren, Verstappen remains committed to the Milton Keynes-based outfit.

A Dominant Past with Red Bull

Verstappen joined Red Bull from its sister team, Toro Rosso, in 2016. Since then, he has won a total of 67 races and four world titles (2021-2024) with the Red Bull machinery. His first victory came in his very first race with the team.

However, the 2025 season has been a challenging one for Verstappen, with a tricky car and intense competition from McLaren. Despite these difficulties, he remains optimistic about the future.

Verstappen’s Future Plans and Potential Shakeups

In an interview with Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf, Verstappen expressed his intention to race with Red Bull in 2026, unless “strange things happen.” However, he stopped short of ruling out a switch in allegiances ahead of F1’s rules shakeup in 2026.

Rumors have linked Verstappen to teams like Aston Martin and Mercedes, but the Dutchman is currently not considering any potential shakeups during the 2025 season. He emphasized the importance of seeing how the rest of the season unfolds before making any decisions about his future.

Verstappen’s Long-Term Commitment to Formula 1

Despite the challenges in the 2025 season, Verstappen has made it clear that he has no plans to step away from F1 anytime soon. He debunked rumors of a sabbatical or break from F1, stating his intention to race through at least 2028.

Verstappen expressed his enjoyment of working with the people around him and the racing itself, despite not being satisfied with a fourth-place finish in Miami. He is hopeful that Red Bull will improve on this result during the upcoming Imola Grand Prix.

Red Bull’s Upcoming Challenges at the Imola Grand Prix

Red Bull brought a raft of upgrades to the track in Italy with the aim of closing the gap to championship leaders McLaren. Fans can stay updated on the latest news, expert analysis, photos, and videos from the Emilia Romagna GP here.