Verstappen wants to stay at Red Bull – in a fast car, says Mekies
Once-dominant Red Bull are fourth in the standings, triggering speculation that Max Verstappen could be looking to make a move elsewhere. SPIELBERG : Max…
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Laurent Mekies, however, remains confident that enough strength in depth will remain within the technical team. Speaking between the two opening practice sessions at the Austrian Grand Prix, Mekies made clear that he believes Verstappen hopes to remain and complete his career with Red Bull, as he has often stated. Mercedes are the form team but may not have an opening, with 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli a superstar after five wins in the first six races while teammate George Russell is adamant his seat is also secure for 2027.
Furthermore, The paddock chatter has turned to McLaren, who already have an agreement with the Dutchman’s race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase, with the Daily Mail reporting ‘secret’ preliminary talks for Verstappen to trade places with Australian Oscar Piastri. "It's equally clear that he needs a fast car for him to be happy with the team." Earlier this year, Verstappen complained that the new ‘hybrid era’ cars were not enjoyable to drive and suggested he was contemplating leaving F1.
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Laurent Mekies, however, remains confident that enough strength in depth will remain within the technical team
according to AutosportSpeaking between the two opening practice sessions at the Austrian Grand Prix, Mekies made clear that he believes Verstappen hopes to remain and complete his career with Red Bull, as he has often stated.
according to eNCA +1Mercedes are the form team but may not have an opening, with 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli a superstar after five wins in the first six races while teammate George Russell is adamant his seat is also secure for 2027.
according to Free Malaysia TodayThe paddock chatter has turned to McLaren, who already have an agreement with the Dutchman’s race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase, with the Daily Mail reporting ‘secret’ preliminary talks for Verstappen to trade places with Australian Oscar Piastri.
according to Free Malaysia Today"It's equally clear that he needs a fast car for him to be happy with the team." Earlier this year, Verstappen complained that the new ‘hybrid era’ cars were not enjoyable to drive and suggested he was contemplating leaving F1.
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