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Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull until 2030

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:52 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull until 2030

Summary

Max Verstappen has signed an extension with Red Bull Racing that secures his contract until 2030. This decision comes after discussions regarding F1's engine regulations and Verstappen's previous dissatisfaction with the new car designs. He expressed his loyalty to Red Bull and indicated he is ready to continue competing in Formula 1, especially with promising changes on the horizon. Verstappen's commitment marks a significant moment for the sport as he looks to cement his legacy with a single team.

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•Verstappen's new contract includes improved terms beyond his previous £60m-a-year deal.
•Discussions about changes to F1's engine regulations influenced Verstappen's decision.
•He aims to break the record for longest driver-team partnership in F1 history.
•Red Bull has faced recent high-profile departures among its key personnel.
•The announcement occurred before the last F1 race at Zandvoort this weekend.

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5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen, a record-breaking Red Bull stay and a show of faith in Formula 1

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COMMENT: Verstappen has extended his contract with Red Bull until 2030 but, as Kieran Jackson explains, the real news is the Dutchman has opted to stay in Formula 1 for the foreseeable future – when a shock retirement seemed very plausible
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