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Max Verstappen vows loyalty to Red Bull until 2028: will he withstand rival temptations?

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
January 15, 2026
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Max Verstappen vows loyalty to Red Bull until 2028: will he withstand rival temptations?

Max Verstappen poses for a portrait in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on November 18, 2025. // Garth Milan / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202601140020 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen Stands Firm: No Plans to Leave Red Bull Until 2028!

In a bold and unequivocal statement, Formula 1 superstar Max Verstappen has declared that he has absolutely no intention of leaving Red Bull Racing for a rival team before his contract runs its course in 2028. This declaration comes hot on the heels of speculation surrounding his future amid a sea of rumors and performance-related clauses that have cast shadows over his long-term commitment to the Milton Keynes-based powerhouse.

Verstappen, who achieved the pinnacle of motorsport by clinching his first F1 championship title in 2021, signed a multi-year deal with Red Bull that has now become a focal point of debate among fans and analysts alike. With whispers of a potential switch to iconic teams like Mercedes or Aston Martin swirling around the paddock, the 28-year-old Dutch driver made his intentions crystal clear in an interview with Blick.

“I’m 28 now and I have a contract with Red Bull until 2028,” Verstappen stated emphatically. “I want to fulfill that contract. At this point in time, I’m ruling out a change of team.” This unwavering commitment comes at a time when the F1 landscape is more tumultuous than ever, with drivers and teams constantly shuffling for better performance and positions.

Adding a personal touch to his declaration, Verstappen expressed sadness over the impending departure of his friend and mentor, Helmut Marko, who will step down from his role in 2026. “It’s a shame that I won’t have my friend and mentor Helmut Marko by my side in 2026. I’ll miss him,” he lamented. Marko’s exit follows a series of high-profile departures at Red Bull, including team principal Christian Horner and technical chief Adrian Newey, raising further questions about the future direction of the team.

Last season proved to be a rollercoaster for Red Bull, with the team experiencing a significant dip in performance during the early stages of the year. However, they staged a phenomenal comeback, allowing Verstappen to mount a late surge for what would have been his fifth championship title. Despite narrowly missing out by just two points to Lando Norris of McLaren, Verstappen expressed pride in his team’s resilience: “Yes. Because in the midst of the turmoil surrounding the change of team boss, no one would have believed we could do it. Before this final sprint, we were still 104 points behind.”

As the F1 world watches closely, Verstappen’s statement not only reaffirms his loyalty to Red Bull but also sets the stage for a thrilling future in the sport. With his sights firmly set on fulfilling his contract, fans can only speculate on what the next few years will hold for the dynamic driver and the formidable team behind him. The countdown to the next season is on, and if Verstappen’s past performances are any indication, he will be a force to reckon with as he aims for more glory on the track!

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