Red Bull Reasserts Verstappen Commitment
Laurent Mekies moves to calm exit talk as Verstappen’s 2026 F1 frustrations stay in focus.
Red Bull Racing boss Laurent Mekies has pushed back against speculation around Max Verstappen’s future, insisting the four-time world champion remains fully committed to the team despite his public frustration with Formula 1’s 2026 regulations. Verstappen has been openly critical of the feel and performance of the next-generation cars, and those comments have stirred chatter about whether the looming technical reset could strain his long-term loyalty to Red Bull. Mekies’ message is clear: Red Bull does not see that frustration as a sign of wavering commitment.
