Brown confirms no space for Verstappen at McLaren amid Red Bull's rise

Zak Brown announced that Max Verstappen will not be joining McLaren, despite ongoing speculation about his future. As Red Bull performed well in a recent session, the prospect of Verstappen’s exit from the team appears less certain. The four-time champion is currently contemplating whether to continue in Formula 1 and which team might best suit him if he decides to leave Red Bull. Mercedes is considered a potential destination, although the team's current driver situation complicates matters. Future performances from Red Bull could influence Verstappen's decision-making process regarding his career.

• 5:02 AMYahoo Sports — Brown closes the door on Verstappen, but Red Bull gives him reason to stay