Max Verstappen signs long-term deal with Red Bull until 2030
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Max Verstappen has signed a long-term contract with Red Bull, ending speculation about his future in Formula One. The four-time world champion committed to the team until 2030, amidst ongoing discussions about his dissatisfaction with new regulations and Red Bull's recent performance. The announcement comes just before the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix, where Verstappen will race at home. He expressed his commitment to Red Bull, calling the team a second family and reflecting on their shared successes.
- •Verstappen signs with Red Bull until 2030
- •Speculation included potential moves to Mercedes and McLaren
- •Announcement made before the Dutch Grand Prix
- •Verstappen calls Red Bull a second family
- •Team's recent performance has been indifferent
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Verstappen ends switch speculation by signing long-term Red Bull deal
"Max Verstappen has put an end to speculation over his Formula One future by signing a new long-term contract with Red Bull. The four-time world champion’s future has dominated the agenda throughout the season amid Red Bull’s indifferent form and his bitter unhappiness at the sport’s new regulations.
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