Max Verstappen signs new Red Bull deal keeping him at team until 2030

Red Bull has confirmed that Max Verstappen has signed a contract extension that will keep the four-time Formula One world champion with the team until the end of 2030, the team announced on Thursday.

End of speculation over Verstappen’s future

Red Bull posted on X:

“Four more years of full send. We are delighted to announce that Max has signed a contract extension with the team until the end of 2030,”

ending public uncertainty about the Dutch driver’s future.

Verstappen response and team statement

Verstappen was quoted saying:

“We have the best people and I’m excited to keep working together with everyone to get back to the top again.”

The team described the deal as more than a continuation of an existing partnership, calling it:

“a powerful statement of mutual trust and ambition – and a shared decision to shape the future together.”

Timing and home race context

The announcement came as preparations were under way for Verstappen’s home race, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. The story noted the news would delight his thousands of orange-clad fans and that Verstappen is expected to wear a special helmet inspired by blue Delft pottery for the occasion.

Recent form and Zandvoort history

The report noted Verstappen’s dominance in recent years he is a four-time world champion and won the first three editions of the modern-era Zandvoort race after its reintroduction in 2021. It also recorded that McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri won the two most recent races at the circuit.

Comments on team and legacy

Verstappen said:

“I have always said it: The team is like a second family for me and I feel very at home.”

He added:

“I came to the team hoping to be able to win races. What we went on to achieve together has been simply lovely.”

Standings and next race

The report gave current standings information, stating that Verstappen was sixth in the 2026 Formula One standings with 109 points and that he trailed the leader, Kimi Antonelli, by 110 points. It also stated the next race, the Dutch Grand Prix, was scheduled for Sunday, 23 August at 15:00 (SA time).