Overview

• Verstappen has dismissed speculation about leaving Red Bull, emphasizing his focus on car development and collaboration with the team.
• Red Bull’s RB21 has faced technical challenges, including balance issues, brake problems, and pit-stop errors, contributing to a disappointing sixth-place finish in Bahrain.
• Helmut Marko expressed concern over Verstappen’s future, citing a performance clause in his contract allowing an exit if results do not improve.
• Verstappen’s management and senior Red Bull figures, including Christian Horner, held discussions to address frustrations following Bahrain’s race setbacks.
• Rival teams, including Mercedes and Aston Martin, have been linked to Verstappen, though he has reiterated his commitment to Red Bull and their efforts to resolve car issues.