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Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull Racing until 2030

Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull Racing, keeping him with the team until 2030.

20 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull Racing until 2030 — Photo: Nicolas Tucat | Credit: AP · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0

Max Verstappen, the four-time Formula 1 world champion, signed a new contract with Red Bull Racing this week, officially keeping him with the team until 2030. This contract confirms his continuity within the team for which he has been active for over ten years.

The announcement of Verstappen's contract extension emerged following speculation about his future in Formula 1. The driver has previously expressed a strong connection to the team and the atmosphere that prevails there.

In various interviews, Verstappen has emphasized the strong bond with his team. He describes the team as a second family, which underlines his commitment to the organization. The relationship between Verstappen and Red Bull Racing has further developed in recent years, partly due to his numerous successes.

Archive photo: Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull Racing until 2030 — Archive photoPhoto: Justin LaBerge · Flickr · BY

According to various reports, the negotiations for the new contract took some time, but both parties are satisfied with the outcome. Verstappen looks forward to continuing the partnership and improving his performance.

With this contract extension, Red Bull Racing hopes to maintain a stable position in Formula 1 and achieve further successes. The organization has previously shown confidence in Verstappen as one of their key drivers.

The news of Verstappen's extension was widely covered in the media, with publications from De Telegraaf, NU.nl, and international sources. This illustrates the scope and impact of Verstappen's role within Formula 1 and the team.

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