Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen says he is staying with the Red Bull team next year, ending months of speculation over his future.

Speculation of Max Verstappen leaving Red Bull will go back on hold for another year. Chatter has persisted about the four-time Formula One champion leaving Red Bull amid interest from Mercedes. Although Verstappen is under contract through 2028,

Max Verstappen has ended speculation over his short-term future by insisting he will stay at Red Bull for the 2026 F1 season.