Max Verstappen advised to stay at Red Bull amid key staff departures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Juan Pablo Montoya, a former Formula 1 driver, expressed that Max Verstappen is likely to remain with Red Bull Racing, despite the team's recent losses of important personnel. Montoya believes Verstappen is situated in one of the strongest teams in Formula 1, emphasizing their competitive history. He noted that although significant changes have occurred within the team, Red Bull's performance remains stable, exemplified by last season's late championship effort. Additionally, Mika Hakkinen warned against McLaren replacing Oscar Piastri with Verstappen, citing the importance of team harmony for continued success.
- •Juan Pablo Montoya believes Verstappen wants to stay with Red Bull.
- •Verstappen is regarded as part of one of F1's top teams.
- •Montoya highlights Red Bull's strong performance despite recent changes.
- •Mika Hakkinen advises McLaren against replacing Piastri with Verstappen.
- •Hakkinen emphasizes the importance of maintaining team spirit.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Verstappen urged to remain at Red Bull despite key departures: 'You’re in the right place'
"Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya believes Max Verstappen has no intention of leaving Red Bull, despite the team losing several key figures in recent years who played a major role in building its success before moving elsewhere. Speaking to F1, the ex Colombian driver dismissed the idea that Verstappen is looking to leave Red Bull, arguing that the Dutchman remains at one of Formula 1's strongest teams despite several key departures in recent years.
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