Ford discusses partnership with Verstappen and Ricciardo in motorsports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Ford is exploring the possibility of former Red Bull teammates Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo racing together again. Verstappen, currently with Red Bull, has expanded his racing interests to include endurance events, while Ricciardo is focused on ambassadorial roles following his recent retirement. Ford Racing's global director, Mark Rushbrook, expressed interest in having both drivers participate in various Ford motorsport divisions, highlighting their appeal and racing credentials. No specific plans or timelines for this partnership have been announced.
- •Ford is in talks about Verstappen and Ricciardo racing together.
- •Verstappen currently competes for Red Bull and in endurance racing.
- •Ricciardo is pursuing ambassador roles after retiring from racing.
- •Mark Rushbrook emphasized the appeal of both drivers for Ford.
- •No definite plans for a racing partnership have been outlined.
- 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Ford Reveals Dream Max Verstappen-Daniel Ricciardo Partnership
"Ford has been discussing the possibility of two former Red Bull teammates, Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen, driving together again.
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