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Max Verstappen’s Billion-Dollar Temptation: Why the Red Bull Ace Won’t Jump Ship to Aston Martin

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
February 6, 2025
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Aston Martin shuts down £1 billion Verstappen rumors as F1’s biggest transfer denied

SHANGHAI, CHINA - APRIL 20: Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing, Third placed qualifier Fernando Alonso of Spain and Aston Martin F1 Team and Mohammed ben Sulayem, FIA President talk in parc ferme after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of China at Shanghai International Circuit on April 20, 2024 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202404200290 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Formula 1 is no stranger to astronomical contracts, but the latest speculation about Max Verstappen receiving a jaw-dropping $1.2 billion offer from Aston Martin has sent shockwaves through the paddock. While Aston Martin has dismissed these rumors, the Dutch sensation has remained silent, fueling even more intrigue.

Money Can’t Buy Max: Windsor’s Take on Verstappen’s Priorities

F1 pundit Peter Windsor weighed in on the speculation, firmly stating that Verstappen is beyond the point of racing for financial gain. Having dominated the sport for a decade and accumulated immense wealth, the three-time world champion is now driven purely by his passion for racing.

“I’d like to think that Max is mature enough now, and he’s got enough money, to say it’s not about money. It’s about enjoying my life and getting on with my racing, and that’s when I drive at my best. I’m not driving just for the money,” Windsor asserted.

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At just 27 years old, Verstappen has already established himself as one of the greatest drivers of his generation. With Red Bull Racing providing a competitive car year after year, there seems to be little incentive for him to risk a move elsewhere, no matter how lucrative the deal.

Could Adrian Newey Lure Verstappen to Aston Martin?

The wild card in this scenario is none other than Adrian Newey, the aerodynamic mastermind behind Red Bull’s dominance. The engineering legend is set to join Aston Martin in March after leaving Red Bull, sparking further speculation that he could attempt to bring Verstappen along for the ride.

Windsor suggested that if Newey were to personally pitch his vision to Verstappen, the Dutchman might consider a switch.

“If Adrian Newey was saying to Max, ‘Look Max, I’m going to be in this… I love it here, I’m going to be in it for the next 10 years. I can tell you now, we’re going to win a lot of races. If you want to join us, we’re going to win a lot of races, a lot of championships, let’s go.’ If I were Max, I’d probably do it,” Windsor speculated.

Aston Martin’s Bold Future vs. Red Bull’s Proven Success

Aston Martin’s ambition in Formula 1 is undeniable. The team has secured an exclusive Honda engine deal starting in 2026, backed by significant investment to transform it into a title-contending powerhouse. However, the question remains—why would Verstappen leave a dominant team like Red Bull for an unproven project?

As things stand, Verstappen appears to have no interest in taking such a gamble. Red Bull continues to provide him with a winning formula, and until Aston Martin proves it can consistently fight for championships, prying Verstappen away from his Red Bull fortress seems almost impossible.

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