Red Bull Racing senior advisor Helmut Marko has accused Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff of fueling rumors about Max Verstappen 's switch to Mercedes, especially about the exit clause in the Dutch driver's contract.

Max Verstappen has removed any lingering doubts by confirming he will continue with Red Bull Racing in 2026. But is staying put the smartest decision he can make?

Max Verstappen confirmed he will be racing for Red Bull next season, ending speculation that the four-time Formula One world champion could join Mercedes for the start of a new era in the sport. "I think it's time to stop all the rumours.