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Max Verstappen’s Explosive Decision: Will He Join Mercedes in 2026?

Redação by Redação
July 2, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Explosive Decision: Will He Join Mercedes in 2026?

SPIELBERG, AUSTRIA - JUNE 28: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the garage during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 28, 2025 in Spielberg, Austria. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202506280316 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen, the Formula 1 prodigy, remains tight-lipped amidst swirling rumors linking him to Mercedes by 2026. Speculations have been rife, especially after the enigmatic remarks made by the four-time world champion ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. Verstappen’s hesitance to confirm his stay at Red Bull only fuels the fire of him potentially donning the Mercedes colors in the future.

The Mercedes team, led by Toto Wolff, has never concealed their eagerness to sign Verstappen. Wolff himself expressed readiness to welcome the reigning champion, with George Russell possibly making room for him in 2026. Verstappen, on the other hand, holds the key to this high-stakes chess game, asserting his authority over his own destiny.

In a recent statement to Viaplay, Verstappen asserted, “I don’t need to add much to this. The more I talk about this topic, the more the media will discuss it. And I certainly don’t want that to happen. I will decide my own future.” These words echo the sentiments shared by Helmut Marko, stating that as long as Red Bull provides Verstappen with a winning car, he will stay put.

Wolff set a deadline, expressing his reluctance to keep a driver waiting or delay crucial decisions. He emphasized that “everything will be defined by the end of the summer break, as there is a four-time world champion who needs to decide what to do.” The ball has been in Verstappen’s court for some time now, and his performance for the rest of the season with Red Bull could significantly influence the choices of the four-time champion.

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