Max Verstappen stays with Red Bull

Deal settled ahead of Baku weekend

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 44m1 min read

What happened: The agreement was settled ahead of the Baku Grand Prix weekend. It followed pole-to-win for Verstappen at Sepang over Kimi Antonelli and Lewis Hamilton.

Why it matters: The decision closes weeks of speculation around Verstappen's future dating to the British Grand Prix weekend. It gives Red Bull continuity after opening 2026 without a win before Sepang.

By the numbers: Verstappen took pole and victory at Sepang, with Antonelli second and Hamilton third. Red Bull also claimed the fastest pit stop at Sepang, ending its winless start to 2026.

What to watch: Attention turns to the next Grand Prix weekend with Red Bull's lineup settled.

Sources

ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation 2026-10-05T13:54:25.824404+00:00

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