Max Verstappen signs long-term deal to stay with Red Bull through 2030
Red Bull confirmed that driver Max Verstappen has agreed to a new contract extending his stay with the team until at least 2030.
Ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix sprint weekend, Red Bull announced that Max Verstappen has finalized a new long-term contract that will keep him with the team through at least the 2030 season. The existing agreement was due to expire at the end of 2028, and talks earlier in the year suggested his management had considered a switch to a different constructor for 2027. By sealing the extension, Verstappen ends any lingering rumors about his future.
The announcement arrives as the Formula 1 calendar resumes after the summer break, with all sessions at Zandvoort set to be broadcast live. The new deal underscores Red Bull's intent to retain its star driver for the foreseeable future.
Why it matters
Verstappen's extended contract secures Red Bull's lead driver, shaping the competitive landscape of Formula 1 for the next several seasons.
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