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Red Bull’s Max Verstappen on the Brink: Contract Concerns and Team Turmoil Explained

David Castro by David Castro
April 14, 2025
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Red Bull’s Max Verstappen on the Brink: Contract Concerns and Team Turmoil Explained

BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN - APRIL 13: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 leads Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain driving the (44) Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 and Yuki Tsunoda of Japan driving the (22) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on April 13, 2025 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504130559 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Red Bull’s Future at Risk: Max Verstappen’s Possible Exit Looms Large!

In a shocking turn of events, Red Bull is facing a crisis as concerns over Max Verstappen’s potential departure from the team intensify following a disappointing performance at the Bahrain Grand Prix. The team’s advisor, Helmut Marko, has openly expressed “great concerns” about the reigning World Champion’s loyalty as he struggles to keep up with the pace set by McLaren drivers in the 2025 F1 season.

Despite Verstappen clinching a victory at the Japanese Grand Prix recently, his success seemed short-lived as he faced a series of setbacks in Bahrain. Plagued by issues with his brakes and overall performance during the race weekend, the Dutch driver could only manage a sixth-place finish, a far cry from his podium finish in Suzuka just a week prior.

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With McLaren’s Oscar Piastri securing another win and Lando Norris finishing third in Bahrain, Verstappen finds himself trailing behind both drivers in the championship standings. The gap between Red Bull and McLaren in the Constructors’ Championship has also widened to a staggering 80 points after just four races, putting immense pressure on the team to up their game.

Marko has acknowledged the urgent need for improvements in performance, emphasizing the importance of providing Verstappen with a competitive car to secure his commitment to the team. Speculations have arisen about a possible exit clause in Verstappen’s contract if he fails to meet certain performance criteria, adding fuel to the fire of uncertainty surrounding his future with Red Bull.

Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher has hinted at Verstappen’s potential departure, questioning whether Red Bull can offer him the winning car he desires. With rumored interests from Mercedes and Aston Martin, the possibility of Verstappen seeking greener pastures looms large over the team.

While Verstappen’s contract with Red Bull extends until 2028, the presence of performance clauses could pave the way for a dramatic shift in the driver’s career trajectory. The allure of joining forces with renowned F1 figure Adrian Newey at Aston Martin has been highlighted as a tempting prospect for the four-time World Champion, hinting at a possible exit from Red Bull in the future.

As the F1 season unfolds, all eyes are on Verstappen and Red Bull as they navigate through turbulent waters, with the looming threat of a potential exit casting a shadow over the team’s prospects. The stakes are high, and the future remains uncertain as the drama unfolds in the world of Formula 1.

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