Red Bull boss says Verstappen remains fully committed

Laurent Mekies has stated that Max Verstappen is fully committed to Red Bull Racing despite frustrations with the 2026 Formula 1 regulations. The team principal addressed questions about the driver's future during a recent interview.

Red Bull Racing CEO and team principal Laurent Mekies insisted Verstappen is focused on helping develop a faster car. He noted the four-time champion has raised concerns about the new regulations but continues to bring energy to the team efforts. Mekies highlighted a planned step forward for the rules at the Miami Grand Prix as a positive development.

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Max Verstappen next to an F1 car symbolizing 2027 hybrid engine changes
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Max Verstappen calls F1 engine changes very positive for 2027

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Max Verstappen has welcomed an agreement in principle to adjust Formula 1 power units toward a 60-40 split between internal combustion engines and electric power starting in 2027. The four-time world champion said the shift represents meaningful progress after discussions with the FIA and Formula 1. He added that the changes increase the likelihood he will remain in the sport beyond this season.

Max Verstappen has voiced growing discontent with Formula 1's 2026 regulations and his team's performance, hinting at potential thoughts of leaving the sport. Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies emphasized that the team's priority is enhancing the car's competitiveness to re-engage the four-time champion. Improvements are expected ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

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Max Verstappen remains central to Formula 1's upcoming driver market moves as teams prepare for 2027. The Red Bull driver has signaled he will wait before committing to any new deal.

Max Verstappen secured second place on the grid for the 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix after Red Bull introduced key upgrades to its RB22 car. The four-time world champion described the turnaround as 'incredible' following a challenging start to the season. He now lines up behind Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli, who took pole position.

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Red Bull Racing is grappling with performance issues in the new Formula 1 era, finishing well behind the frontrunners at the Japanese Grand Prix. Max Verstappen placed eighth and Isack Hadjar 12th, as team principal Laurent Mekies acknowledged the team is a second off the pace. Mercedes has dominated early races amid major regulation changes.

Jos Verstappen has revealed that he and Max were aware in advance of Gianpiero Lambiase's decision to leave Red Bull for McLaren in 2028 as chief racing officer—a move they encouraged. This follows last week's announcement of the hire.

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Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies stated that Yuki Tsunoda deserves another chance at a full-time Formula 1 seat after losing his position at the end of the 2025 season. Tsunoda, now serving as a reserve and simulator driver, scored just 30 points that year while teammate Max Verstappen finished second. Mekies praised Tsunoda's contributions behind the scenes.

 

 

 

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