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Red Bull Boss Mekies Discusses Verstappen's Exit Clause and Team Future
In an interview with BILD Sport, Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies reflects on his first year in charge, the team's rollercoaster 2025 season where Max Verstappen missed the title by two points, and the challenges of the 2026 regulation changes. Mekies confirms Verstappen has an exit clause in his contract but expresses confidence in the driver's commitment, citing regular talks and Verstappen's active involvement in the project. He notes that Red Bull's new self-built engine is competitive, while the chassis has improved from over a second behind Mercedes to 0.3 seconds. Mekies acknowledges Verstappen's public criticisms but views them as emotional passion. The team aims to start a new winning cycle, though no timeline is set.
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