Overview
- Max Verstappen remains under contract with Red Bull until 2028, though performance clauses may allow an early exit.
- Reports suggest Aston Martin's Saudi backers are prepared to offer Verstappen a deal worth £230 million over three years, fueling rumors of a 2026 switch.
- Aston Martin has officially reaffirmed its commitment to current drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll for 2026 and beyond.
- Honda will shift its engine allegiance to Aston Martin, with Adrian Newey dedicating his focus to the team's 2026 car development.
- Speculation also includes Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund seeking greater ownership of Aston Martin, though no sale has been confirmed.