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Verstappen future clouds Ford debut as Merc links intensify
Jan.19 Max Verstappen's long-term future is again under scrutiny just days before the first group test of the 2026 cars, with fresh reports suggesting his Red Bull contract could open the door to a departure as early as 2027. According to Sport Bild, a performance clause negotiated by the now-departed Dr Helmut Marko would allow Verstappen to leave if he is not either P1 or P2 in the championship by mid-season in Red Bull's first year with Ford power. The report has further fuelled speculation about a potential move to Mercedes, which many in the paddock expect to start the new engine era strongly. The Mercedes connection has been reinforced off track. Verstappen has made no secret of his...
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