Max Verstappen and Red Bull negotiate contract at Austrian Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:58 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Max Verstappen continues contract discussions with Red Bull ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix this weekend. Despite being under contract until 2028, exit clauses are complicating his future. Red Bull aims to alter these clauses to stabilize their team dynamics and enhance morale. Key figures from Red Bull will be present for potential resolution talks during the race weekend, as ongoing internal tensions have influenced negotiations previously.
- •Verstappen's contract discussions are ongoing ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.
- •He has performance-related exit clauses causing uncertainty for both parties.
- •Internal tensions have been reported regarding these contract terms.
- •Red Bull aims to resolve the issues this weekend with key members present.
- •Verstappen has not committed to a final decision on his contract.
- 12:58 PMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen and Red Bull in Active Contract Talks as Austrian GP Weekend Looms
"The Max Verstappen contract saga is not going away, and this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix could be a pivotal moment […]
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