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Red Bull considers offering Verstappen equity stake to prevent exit

Max Verstappen's future at Red Bull remains unresolved after an internal contract deadline passed without public confirmation of his intentions, according to German media ou...

02 Jul 2026 16:28
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Jean Alesi calls Verstappen crash response "scandalous"
Former grand prix winner Jean Alesi has delivered a scathing assessment of FIA race control following Max Verstappen's qualifying crash in Austria, where officials initially...

02 Jul 2026 15:26
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Williams preparing 'almost completely new car' for Azerbaijan GP
Williams will bring an "almost completely new car" to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in September, team principal James Vowles has confirmed. The Grove-based outfit has str...

02 Jul 2026 14:25
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Can Hamilton rewrite history at Silverstone in Ferrari red?
Lewis Hamilton arrives at Silverstone this weekend with a record that borders on the absurd. Nine wins at a single circuit, seven pole positions, fifteen podiums from twenty sta...

02 Jul 2026 13:23
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Jenson Button warns McLaren against Verstappen gamble
Jenson Button has urged McLaren to resist the temptation of replacing Oscar Piastri with Max Verstappen, despite speculation linking the four-time world champion with a move to ...

02 Jul 2026 12:21
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Why Albers believes Verstappen and Red Bull are heading for mutual defeat
Former Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers has warned that the prolonged uncertainty surrounding Max Verstappen's future at Red Bull could see both the four-time world champi...

02 Jul 2026 11:20
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Why Verstappen won't appear at FIA's Silverstone press conference
Max Verstappen will not attend the FIA's Thursday press conferences at Silverstone despite finishing second in Austria last weekend and dominating the F1 news cycle with McL...

02 Jul 2026 10:18
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Why McLaren expected Red Bull's sudden return to form
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella says Red Bull's improved performance in Austria was entirely predictable, given the scale of the upgrade package the Milton Keynes squad...

01 Jul 2026 16:25
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Aston Martin's make-or-break upgrade for Fernando Alonso
Aston Martin has concentrated all development resources on a comprehensive upgrade package for the Hungarian Grand Prix, a move Adrian Newey describes as decisive for Fernando A...

01 Jul 2026 15:23
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Why Jenson Button believes Hamilton can win at Silverstone
Jenson Button has backed Lewis Hamilton to fight for victory at the British Grand Prix this weekend, dismissing his Ferrari's fifth-place finish in Austria as a car deficit ...

01 Jul 2026 14:21
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Why Jolyon Palmer loved Verstappen's 'brilliant' Austria move
Max Verstappen delivered a statement overtake on Lewis Hamilton during the Austrian Grand Prix, earning praise from former driver and analyst Jolyon Palmer for what he described...

01 Jul 2026 13:20
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Silverstone set for one of the hottest British GPs ever
Formula 1 drivers face unseasonably high temperatures at Silverstone this weekend, with forecasts predicting up to 28 degrees Celsius across the three-day schedule. The typicall...

01 Jul 2026 12:18
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Why Hamilton gave Verstappen no room in Austria, according to Montoya
Juan Pablo Montoya believes Lewis Hamilton's refusal to give Max Verstappen racing room during the Austrian Grand Prix is rooted in their bitter 2021 title battle, a chapter...

01 Jul 2026 11:16
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Max Verstappen's team made the first move with McLaren
Max Verstappen's entourage, rather than McLaren themselves, initiated recent talks about a potential move from Red Bull to the Woking-based team, according to Sky Sports New...

01 Jul 2026 10:14
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Formula 1 facing major calendar changes as Middle East races in doubt
Formula 1's leadership is preparing to make a final decision on the season-ending calendar during next month's Belgian Grand Prix, with multiple contingency plans under ...

30 Jun 2026 16:20
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McLaren concedes it can't compete for podiums without help
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has conceded his squad no longer possesses the outright speed to compete for podium finishes after the Austrian Grand Prix, where Oscar Pias...

30 Jun 2026 15:19
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Why Championship Leader Antonelli Wasn't Happy With Third Place
Kimi Antonelli delivered a blunt self-assessment after the Austrian Grand Prix, despite securing third place and maintaining his championship lead. The Mercedes driver acknowled...

30 Jun 2026 14:17
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Why Mark Hughes says Antonelli, not Russell, was the real star in Austria
George Russell took victory at the Austrian Grand Prix last weekend, closing his championship deficit to 40 points, but Formula 1 analyst Mark Hughes believes the result obscure...

30 Jun 2026 13:16
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What Bernie Ecclestone really thinks about Verstappen leaving Red Bull
Former Formula 1 owner Bernie Ecclestone has questioned whether Max Verstappen should leave Red Bull, despite describing the four-time world champion as one of the best drivers ...

30 Jun 2026 12:14
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When does the British Grand Prix start? Full schedule
The Formula 1 season continues this weekend with the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, where teams and drivers face the championship's fifth sprint weekend of 2025. The com...

30 Jun 2026 11:13
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Why Montoya believes Red Bull cost Verstappen victory
Max Verstappen delivered his strongest performance of the 2026 season at the Austrian Grand Prix, but Juan Pablo Montoya believes Red Bull Racing denied the Dutchman a realistic...

30 Jun 2026 10:11
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Why Bernie Ecclestone thinks Formula 1 is heading the wrong way
Bernie Ecclestone has launched a broadside against Formula 1's current trajectory, arguing that the sport has lost its way under Liberty Media's ownership. Speaking duri...

29 Jun 2026 16:21
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What Verstappen really thinks about Antonelli's championship lead
Max Verstappen has described Andrea Kimi Antonelli's championship-leading rookie season at Mercedes as "something incredible", telling La Gazzetta dello Sport that...

29 Jun 2026 15:19
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Is Webber already planning Piastri's Red Bull escape route?
Oscar Piastri's manager Mark Webber is preparing contingency plans for the Australian driver to leave McLaren, according to German media reports from the Austrian Grand Prix...

29 Jun 2026 14:17
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Red Bull intensifies talks with Verstappen's manager as exit looms
Red Bull Racing held another round of talks with Max Verstappen's manager Raymond Vermeulen on Saturday, seeking to secure the four-time world champion's long-term futur...

29 Jun 2026 13:16
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What Zak Brown really said about signing Max Verstappen
Zak Brown has addressed speculation linking Max Verstappen to McLaren for the first time, stating that while he has no expectation of losing either Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri...

29 Jun 2026 12:14
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What the international press said about Verstappen's Austria performance
Max Verstappen finished second at the Austrian Grand Prix after recovering from a qualifying crash, finishing just 1.6 seconds behind race winner George Russell. The result mark...

29 Jun 2026 11:13
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Why Verstappen isn't frustrated by Red Bull's strategy call
Max Verstappen has refused to criticise Red Bull after a strategic miscalculation cost him victory to George Russell. The four-time world champion stayed out longer than his Mer...

29 Jun 2026 10:11
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Ferrari pressures FIA over Mercedes diffuser ahead of Austria
Ferrari has formally asked the FIA to clarify the legality of Mercedes' latest rear diffuser design, prompting the governing body to consider a ban before the Austrian Grand...

26 Jun 2026 16:22
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Why McLaren and Red Bull are challenging Gasly's Monaco penalty reversal
Oscar Piastri has defended McLaren's decision to appeal the reversal of Pierre Gasly's Monaco Grand Prix penalties, arguing that the precedent set by the stewards' U...

26 Jun 2026 15:20
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Why Montoya believes Russell's contract limbo is affecting his Mercedes form
Juan Pablo Montoya believes George Russell's contract uncertainty is quietly undermining his performances at Mercedes, regardless of what the British driver says publicly. T...

26 Jun 2026 14:18
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When will Alonso make his 2027 call? He just named the date
Fernando Alonso has placed a timeline on his Formula 1 future, confirming he will make a final decision on his 2027 plans between the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort and the Itali...

26 Jun 2026 13:16
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Why Liam Lawson is keeping quiet on his Red Bull future
Liam Lawson has dismissed growing speculation about his Formula 1 future, insisting that discussions about a contract for next season are premature. The New Zealander, who has b...

26 Jun 2026 12:15
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Damon Hill questions if Verstappen dominance is good for F1
Damon Hill has used Max Verstappen's 2023 dominance to question whether overwhelming superiority serves Formula 1 well. The 1996 world champion told the Stay on Track podcas...

26 Jun 2026 11:13
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Russell ends Verstappen speculation: "I'm staying at Mercedes"
George Russell has confirmed he will race for Mercedes in 2026, effectively closing the door on Max Verstappen and ending weeks of speculation about his own future at the Brackl...

26 Jun 2026 10:11
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Why Red Bull wants Kimi Räikkönen's 11-year-old son
Red Bull Racing is showing interest in Robin Räikkönen, the 11-year-old son of 2007 Formula 1 world champion Kimi Räikkönen, according to Italian journalist ...

25 Jun 2026 16:36
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Why Helmut Marko sees Hamilton's Ferrari form as perfect for F1
Helmut Marko believes Lewis Hamilton has breathed new life into Formula 1 through his resurgent form at Ferrari, describing the seven-time champion's climb to second in the ...

25 Jun 2026 15:34
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Why Norris won't follow Hamilton's path in F1
Lando Norris has ruled out racing in Formula 1 into his forties, marking a clear divergence from the career trajectory of Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso. The reigning world ...

25 Jun 2026 14:33
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Ferrari's double engine update threatens Verstappen and Mercedes
Ferrari will introduce its first power unit upgrade at the Austrian Grand Prix, with a more significant second step scheduled for after the summer break. The Scuderia has been g...

25 Jun 2026 13:30
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Ocon's Haas future in doubt as Ferrari and Toyota eye his seat
Esteban Ocon faces the first serious challenge to his Haas future since joining the American team ahead of the 2026 season. The Frenchman was brought in as the experienced techn...

25 Jun 2026 12:29
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Montoya dismisses Verstappen Red Bull update hopes
Juan Pablo Montoya has cast doubt over Red Bull's prospects of turning around Max Verstappen's title defence, despite the team bringing its largest upgrade package of th...

25 Jun 2026 11:27
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Why Verstappen won't face the media in Austria today
Max Verstappen will not appear in the FIA's official Thursday press conference at the Austrian Grand Prix. The governing body has instead called Red Bull teammate Isack Hadj...

25 Jun 2026 10:25
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Tsolov set for F1 debut as Red Bull shuffles 2027 lineup
Red Bull has informed 19-year-old junior driver Nikola Tsolov that he will race for Racing Bulls in 2027, according to Spanish outlet SoyMotor. The Bulgarian, currently second i...

24 Jun 2026 16:23
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How Laura Müller became comfortable making F1 history at Haas
Laura Müller has completed the transition from historic appointment to established presence. The German made history in early 2025 when she became the first woman to serve ...

24 Jun 2026 15:21
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Why Leclerc sees himself in Antonelli's stunning rookie run
Charles Leclerc has heaped praise on Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli after the Italian won five of the opening seven races to lead the championship. Speaking to internatio...

24 Jun 2026 14:20
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How Hamilton's fans rescued him from his worst F1 season
Lewis Hamilton has credited his fanbase with rescuing him from the darkest season of his Formula 1 career, as the seven-time world champion completes a remarkable turnaround at ...

24 Jun 2026 13:18
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The rule that punishes Red Bull for building the best engine
Red Bull Racing has built what appears to be the strongest power unit on the 2026 grid, but that achievement has now locked the team into restrictive development regulations whi...

24 Jun 2026 12:16
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Why Verstappen refuses to wear the cooling vest the FIA may mandate this weekend
The FIA is highly likely to issue a heat hazard warning ahead of this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix as Europe grapples with a sweeping heatwave. Temperatures at the Red Bull...

24 Jun 2026 11:15
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Red Bull brings major weight-saving update to home race
Red Bull Racing will introduce a substantial weight-reduction package on the RB22 at this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix, marking a critical juncture for Max Verstappen and t...

24 Jun 2026 10:12
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Bortoleto says Audi chassis strong but engine costs over a second per lap
Gabriel Bortoleto has delivered a candid assessment of Audi's first season as a Formula 1 factory team, revealing that the German manufacturer is losing more than one second...

23 Jun 2026 16:22
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Why Vowles believes both drivers will commit to struggling Williams
James Vowles has declared his confidence that Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon will remain with Williams through 2027, even as the Grove team struggles through a disappointing start ...

23 Jun 2026 15:20
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Why Cadillac is standing firmly behind Sergio Pérez
Sergio Pérez is receiving strong backing from Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon, who has praised the Mexican's impact on the fledgling American team despite a dif...

23 Jun 2026 14:19
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Why Antonelli refuses to be called 'the new Senna'
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has pushed back against early comparisons to Ayrton Senna, despite a strong rookie campaign with Mercedes that has already generated significant hype. The ...

23 Jun 2026 13:17
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Former Ferrari driver fears Hamilton has broken Leclerc's confidence
Charles Leclerc is facing a crisis of confidence at Ferrari, according to former Scuderia driver René Arnoux, who believes the Monégasque has been mentally unsettl...

23 Jun 2026 12:15
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Red Bull rookie expects Austria podium after major RB22 upgrades
Isack Hadjar believes Red Bull will be in contention for a podium finish at the Austrian Grand Prix, citing a substantial upgrade package aimed at resolving the RB22's persi...

23 Jun 2026 11:14
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Max Verstappen's team chases redemption at Spa 24 Hours
Max Verstappen's GT3 racing operation returns to major endurance competition this weekend at the Spa 24 Hours, seeking redemption after a technical failure denied the team v...

23 Jun 2026 10:12
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Norris nears Hamilton's McLaren record with Prost in sight
Lando Norris stands just three podiums away from matching Lewis Hamilton's McLaren tally of 49, and with four Grands Prix remaining before the summer break, the 2025 world c...

22 Jun 2026 17:14
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Why Steiner believes Aston Martin's F1 form is "unacceptable"
Guenther Steiner has launched a scathing assessment of Aston Martin and Honda's 2025 performance, describing their back-of-grid struggles as unacceptable for Formula 1 stand...

22 Jun 2026 16:12
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Why Ocon isn't worried about Verstappen quitting F1
Esteban Ocon has dismissed concerns that Max Verstappen could walk away from Formula 1 over the current power unit regulations, insisting drivers believe the sport is heading in...

22 Jun 2026 15:10
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What Sainz just revealed about Verstappen's Red Bull contract
Carlos Sainz has confirmed that Max Verstappen enjoys a contractual exemption from marketing and media obligations at Red Bull, a privilege the Williams driver says makes the fo...

22 Jun 2026 14:09
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Why the European heatwave could disrupt the Austrian Grand Prix
Formula 1 teams and drivers face significant operational challenges at this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix as a European heatwave pushes temperatures at the Red Bull Ring abo...

22 Jun 2026 13:07
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Hamilton holds notable lead over Verstappen in season statistic
Lewis Hamilton has completed every single racing lap available in the 2025 season so far, a reliability record that contrasts sharply with Max Verstappen's campaign. The Fer...

22 Jun 2026 12:05
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Why Alonso could end up at McLaren in a Verstappen-led reshuffle
Fernando Alonso could secure a return to McLaren if Max Verstappen leaves Red Bull, according to Spanish F1 correspondent Carlos Miguel. The two-time world champion remains link...

19 Jun 2026 16:40
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Carlos Sainz puts Williams on notice over comeback timeline
Carlos Sainz has publicly warned Williams that his patience has limits, telling Mundo Deportivo that the team's difficult 2026 campaign may push their target of fighting for...

19 Jun 2026 15:39
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Why Toto Wolff doesn't want to fight Hamilton for the title
Toto Wolff has issued a frank warning about Lewis Hamilton's title credentials after the Ferrari driver claimed his first victory for the Scuderia in Barcelona. The Mercedes...

19 Jun 2026 14:37
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Why Guenther Steiner thinks Leclerc will copy Hamilton
Guenther Steiner believes Charles Leclerc will need to adapt his approach after Lewis Hamilton's growing influence at Ferrari, particularly following the seven-time world ch...

19 Jun 2026 13:34
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Why Aston Martin is apologising to fans after Barcelona
Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack has issued a public apology to fans following another dismal weekend in Spain, where Fernando Alonso failed to finish and the Silverstone-...

19 Jun 2026 12:33
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Why Coulthard now believes Hamilton can win an eighth title
David Coulthard believes Lewis Hamilton is back to his best and capable of mounting a serious challenge for an eighth world championship. The former Red Bull driver says Hamilto...

19 Jun 2026 11:31
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Why Red Bull should be seriously worried about losing Verstappen
Max Verstappen's manager Raymond Vermeulen has confirmed that exit clauses exist in the Dutchman's Red Bull contract and that a decision on his future will be made befor...

19 Jun 2026 10:29
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How Verstappen drove Mercedes crazy during Nürburgring prep
Max Verstappen frustrated Mercedes-AMG engineers during his Nürburgring 24 Hours campaign by insisting on using his own shock absorbers, according to Renger van der Zande. ...

17 Jun 2026 17:03
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