Formula One: Sky Sports F1 reacts to breaking news of Max Verstappen's new Red Bull contract

Thursday 20 August 2026 09:42, UK

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On this day in 2017, Max Verstappen crashed into Red Bull team-mate Daniel Ricciardo on the first lap of the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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After finishing third in Belgium, Max Verstappen has disputed the FIA rating Red Bull's engine as the benchmark in Formula One.

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Craig Slater assesses what Max Verstappen's next move could be and whether the Red Bull driver will head to McLaren or Mercedes.

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'He did really well!' | Verstappen praises Hadjar after qualifying tow

Despite expressing his displeasure over team radio, Max Verstappen was nonetheless pleased with the progress Red Bull have made on their car.

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