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Sports · 20 August 2026

Max Verstappen extends Red Bull contract until 2030

Max Verstappen extends Red Bull contract until 2030

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Max Verstappen, a four-time world champion, has extended his contract with Red Bull until 2030, ending all rumors about his future with the team. The 28-year-old Dutchman had been linked with Mercedes and McLaren. Verstappen said the team feels like a "second family" and he has faith in team principal Laurent Mekies to fight for more championships.

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