Overview

• German outlets report it is now clear Verstappen will remain with Red Bull for 2026, easing months of transfer speculation.
• Red Bull enters Verstappen’s home race at Zandvoort off a difficult run, with only four podiums this season and warnings he could miss the rostrum there for the first time since the event’s return.
• Verstappen unveiled an orange-themed Dutch ‘Oranje’ helmet featuring a roaring lion for the Netherlands Grand Prix.
• Karun Chandhok argues Red Bull’s car is built too specifically around Verstappen and warns of a Benetton–Schumacher-style decline if the team cannot adapt.
• IndyStar reports Red Bull interest in IndyCar champion Alex Palou as a possible teammate, though Palou has denied talks and any move would reportedly rely on a contract exit clause.