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Max Verstappen confirms he's staying at Red Bull next season: 'If my boat is next to Toto's, then it is'
Max Verstappen confirms he's staying at Red Bull next season: 'If my boat is next to Toto's, then it is'

Time of India

time01-08-2025

  • Automotive
  • Time of India

Max Verstappen confirms he's staying at Red Bull next season: 'If my boat is next to Toto's, then it is'

Max Verstappen (Image credit: F1) Max Verstappen has finally put to rest the rumours about his plans to quit Red Bull and join a rival team, as he continues to fall short of more race wins despite giving his best. The 27-year-old has now addressed the speculation and confirmed that he is staying with the team this season as well as the next. His statement comes amid rumours of him meeting Toto Wolff and planning a move to Mercedes. Max Verstappen on staying at Red Bull Addressing the rumours, Max Verstappen told 'The thing is, people are waffling so much throughout the whole season, while the only one that actually can or should speak is not speaking. That's me, and I do that on purpose because it makes no sense to start throwing things around — and actually, that should be the same for everyone. Some people just like to stir the pot, some people just like to create drama. But for me, it's always been quite clear — and also for next year.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) He also touched upon the widely reported news that his yacht was spotted near Toto Wolff's and that they met in Sardinia. Speaking about it, he said, 'I'm discussing with the team already the plans — the things that we want to change next year — so that means I'm also staying with the team for next year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo And if my boat is next to Toto's, then the boat is next to Toto's. You can have a personal relationship with someone even if you don't have a working relationship with someone. I think it's time to basically stop all the rumours, and for me, it's always been quite clear that I was staying anyway.' Also Read: Max Verstappen could soon be free to leave Red Bull if this happens – but there's a catch Max Verstappen's performance this season Max Verstappen has often spoken about the problems he has been facing with his Red Bull car this season. Despite the updates, he has yet to win more than two Grands Prix, despite being the reigning Formula 1 champion after securing the title last year. He won the Japanese Grand Prix and the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix this season and finished second in three more races. He also won two F1 Sprints, but those do not count as Grand Prix wins. He also has a clause in his contract that allows him to join another team if he fails to rank among the top three in the F1 Driver Standings. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!

Helmut Marko reveals why Christian Horner was sacked from Red Bull — and how it's linked to Max Verstappen
Helmut Marko reveals why Christian Horner was sacked from Red Bull — and how it's linked to Max Verstappen

Time of India

time30-07-2025

  • Automotive
  • Time of India

Helmut Marko reveals why Christian Horner was sacked from Red Bull — and how it's linked to Max Verstappen

Christian Horner and Helmut Marko (Image credit: Getty Images) Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has finally revealed the main reason behind Christian Horner's sacking from the position of Red Bull team principal after his 20 successful years at the company, despite delivering the world champion in Max Verstappen last year. Horner was sacked two days after the British Grand Prix amid the team's struggling form in the championship compared to McLaren. Helmut Marko on Christian Horner's sacking from Red Bull When asked about Christian Horner's firing from Red Bull, Helmut Marko told Sky DE recently, "Oliver Mintzlaff made the decision. We shared it with Christian on the Tuesday after the Silverstone race, in London. We also immediately thanked him for the past 20 years and the eight world titles.' "[The sacking] was a consequence of all kinds of things, but mainly because of the fact that the performance was mostly not good recently. Fortunately, we were then able to appoint Laurent Mekies, although he will have considerably fewer duties than Horner, and the main focus will be on racing," Marko added, hinting at the team's dwindling performance being the main reason behind Horner's exit. What happened after Christian Horner was fired from Red Bull Soon after Christian Horner's exit from Red Bull, Racing Bulls team principal Laurent Mekies was made the new Red Bull team principal, and Alan Permane filled in his place at Racing Bulls. Red Bull managing director Oliver Mintzlaff informed about his removal in a statement on social media: "We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years. With his tireless commitment, experience, expertise, and innovative thinking, he has been instrumental in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1. Thank you for everything, Christian. You will forever remain an important part of our team's history." Red Bull's form has a connection with Christian Horner's sacking Red Bull has shown a major decline in performance on the track this season. Last season's champion Max Verstappen has won only two Grands Prix, apart from two F1 Sprints, including the recent one in Belgium. He is far behind the McLaren duo in the Formula 1 Driver Standings. He stands third with 185 points. Also Read: Belgian Grand Prix results: Oscar Piastri beats Lando Norris once again to register sixth win of the F1 season The other Red Bull driver, Yuki Tsunoda, is yet to deliver a notable performance. Mekies was also spotted at the Belgian Grand Prix as team principal for the first time. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!

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