ADVERTISEMENT
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

Max Verstappen’s Departure Looms: Red Bull Racing in Crisis Amid Contract Concerns

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
April 14, 2025
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 1 min read
0
Max Verstappen’s Departure Looms: Red Bull Racing in Crisis Amid Contract Concerns

BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN - APRIL 12: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the garage during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on April 12, 2025 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504120139 // Usage for editorial use only //

ADVERTISEMENT

Red Bull Faces Crisis as Max Verstappen Considers Leaving Team

In a shocking turn of events, Red Bull is on the brink of losing their star driver, Max Verstappen, as concerns grow over his potential departure. After a dismal performance at the Bahrain GP, where Verstappen finished a disappointing sixth, questions have been raised about the team’s ability to retain the reigning World Champion.

Verstappen’s struggles in Bahrain were evident from the qualifying session, where he could only manage a seventh-place finish due to issues with braking performance. The problems persisted into the race, with balance issues, tire degradation, and problematic pit stops plaguing his performance.

ADVERTISEMENT

With Verstappen now trailing behind both McLaren drivers in the Driver Standings, Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has openly expressed his apprehensions about the situation. The team must make significant improvements quickly to prevent Verstappen from seeking alternatives despite his contract running through 2028.

Marko emphasized the need for speed over immediate points, acknowledging the urgency for Red Bull to provide Verstappen with a competitive car to secure his loyalty. The team principal, Christian Horner, confirmed the presence of performance-based clauses in Verstappen’s contract, highlighting the pressure on Red Bull to deliver.

The constructor standings paint a grim picture for Red Bull, with an 80-point deficit to McLaren after just four races. The team must act swiftly to address car performance and reliability issues to retain one of F1’s most talented drivers and prevent a major shakeup in the sport.

As the season progresses, Red Bull faces a daunting task of convincing Verstappen to stay by rectifying their shortcomings promptly. Failure to do so could result in the loss of a key asset and a significant blow to the team’s championship aspirations.

Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

F1 team boss acquitted in shocking verdict: the haunting legacy of Ayrton Senna’s tragic death
Motorsports

F1 team boss acquitted in shocking verdict: the haunting legacy of Ayrton Senna’s tragic death

A Shocking Verdict: F1 Team Boss Cleared of Manslaughter in Ayrton Senna's Tragic Death In a historic courtroom drama that...

by Redação
December 16, 2025
Nico Hulkenberg reveals shocking lessons from rookie Gabriel Bortoleto in thrilling Sauber partnership
Motorsports

Nico Hulkenberg reveals shocking lessons from rookie Gabriel Bortoleto in thrilling Sauber partnership

Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 20, 2025 Sauber's...

by Harry Bright
December 16, 2025
Portugal rejoices as thrilling F1 return to Portimao replaces Zandvoort in 2027!
Motorsports

Portugal rejoices as thrilling F1 return to Portimao replaces Zandvoort in 2027!

Portugal is set to roar back into the Formula 1 spotlight with a thrilling two-year deal that guarantees the return...

by Carl Harrison
December 16, 2025
Max Verstappen reveals shocking truth about losing F1 title by 2 points: it’s like pregnancy
Motorsports

Max Verstappen reveals shocking truth about losing F1 title by 2 points: it’s like pregnancy

Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool

by Simon Monroy
December 16, 2025

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recent News

F1 team boss acquitted in shocking verdict: the haunting legacy of Ayrton Senna’s tragic death

F1 team boss acquitted in shocking verdict: the haunting legacy of Ayrton Senna’s tragic death

December 16, 2025
Nico Hulkenberg reveals shocking lessons from rookie Gabriel Bortoleto in thrilling Sauber partnership

Nico Hulkenberg reveals shocking lessons from rookie Gabriel Bortoleto in thrilling Sauber partnership

December 16, 2025
Portugal rejoices as thrilling F1 return to Portimao replaces Zandvoort in 2027!

Portugal rejoices as thrilling F1 return to Portimao replaces Zandvoort in 2027!

December 16, 2025
Max Verstappen reveals shocking truth about losing F1 title by 2 points: it’s like pregnancy

Max Verstappen reveals shocking truth about losing F1 title by 2 points: it’s like pregnancy

December 16, 2025

Newsletter

ADVERTISEMENT

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.