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20 August 2026

Max Verstappen signs new F1 contract with Red Bull until 2030

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Max Verstappen signs new F1 contract with Red Bull until 2030

Four-time F1 World Drivers' Champion's new deal puts to rest rumours that he would exit the team at the end of 2028.

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