Overview

• Max Verstappen confirmed his 2026 stay with Red Bull during media interviews at the Hungarian Grand Prix, ending persistent transfer speculation
• Helmut Marko’s statement to a German outlet earlier this week officialized the decision after Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull
• Ferrari revealed a multi-year contract extension for team principal Fred Vasseur following trust articulated by CEO Benedetto Vigna
• The renewal quashes conjecture about Christian Horner replacing Vasseur and secures leadership continuity at Maranello
• With key roles locked down, both teams will pivot to car development under sweeping chassis, aerodynamics and hybrid power unit rules for 2026