Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull to 2030
The-race.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:44 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Max Verstappen has officially extended his contract with Red Bull Racing through 2030, the organization announced on August 20, 2026. This decision comes after the four-time Formula 1 world champion considered leaving the series. Verstappen debuted with Red Bull in 2016 and has achieved 71 Grand Prix victories since then. The contract extension solidifies his position within the team as it prepares for future seasons.
- •Verstappen has won four world championships since 2016.
- •He has secured 71 Grand Prix victories in his career.
- •The announcement about the contract extension was made on August 20, 2026.
- •Verstappen considered leaving F1 before deciding to stay with Red Bull.
- 1:21 PMThe-race.com — Why Verstappen has suddenly committed to Red Bull until 2030 - The Race
- 11:44 AMAssociated Press — Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull to 2030 after he weighed up leaving F1 - AP News
"Max Verstappen has extended his Formula 1 contract with Red Bull to 2030, the team has announced. Verstappen has won four world driving championships since making his debut with the team in 2016 and has 71 Grand Prix victories. The announcement Thursday ahead…
"After years of speculation, talks elsewhere, and considerations of walking away from F1, Max Verstappen has recommitted to Red Bull. Why now?
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External links- The-race.comAug 20, 2026, 1:21 PMWhy Verstappen has suddenly committed to Red Bull until 2030 - The Race
After years of speculation, talks elsewhere, and considerations of walking away from F1, Max Verstappen has recommitted to Red Bull. Why now?
- Associated PressAug 20, 2026, 11:44 AMMax Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull to 2030 after he weighed up leaving F1 - AP News
Max Verstappen has extended his Formula 1 contract with Red Bull to 2030, the team has announced. Verstappen has won four world driving championships since making his debut with the team in 2016 and has 71 Grand Prix victories. The announcement Thursday ahead…
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