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Marko confirms Verstappen, Russell close to huge Merc deal

Jul.29 Max Verstappen will stay at Red Bull for the 2026 season, ending months of speculation about a possible switch to Mercedes. 'Yes, I can confirm that Max Verstappen will drive for Red Bull in 2026,' Dr Helmut Marko told Sport.de and RTL/ntv on Monday, backing up widespread paddock reports and a De Telegraaf story that Verstappen's exit clause is no longer valid now that he is guaranteed a top-three championship position by the summer break. The decision all but solidifies George Russell's place at Mercedes, with The Sun reporting the Briton is now 'on the verge' of a new 30 million pound per year deal. The final terms are still being finalised, but the agreement is expected to be...
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