Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen says he is staying with the Red Bull team next year, ending months of speculation over his future. “Some people just like to stir the pot, some people just like to create drama.

Max Verstappen has confirmed he will remain with Red Bull for the 2026 Formula One season, ending speculation over his future with the team for the time being.

Max is in third place with 185 points, behind McLaren's two drivers, Lando Norris (250 points) and Oscar Piastri (266 points). Verstappen has just two race wins and five podiums through 13 races, with 11 more to go in 2025.