Jos Verstappen – “If they do it again next year and we are at the top, then Max will just stay.”

With a spectacular 2024 season, Max Verstappen has once again proven why he is one of the greatest drivers in Formula 1 history. Under immense pressure and armed with inconsistency RB20Verstappen claimed fourth driver’s championship in a rowthereby cementing his legacy as a dominant force in the sport.

During the celebrations, his father greeted Jos Verstappenhas expressed great pride in his son’s resilience, focus and ability to thrive even under difficult circumstances.

“A season of triumph against all odds”

Verstappen secured an impressive performance nine Grand Prix victories in a season full of adversity. From internal controversies at Red Bull to vehicle performance issues, the Dutchman faced one of the biggest challenges of his career. Nevertheless, he withstood a fierce challenge McLaren’s Lando Norriswho turned out to be his fiercest rival in the fight for the championship.

Jos Verstappen highlighted his son’s unwavering determination and positive attitude throughout the year:

“How positive he remained, on and off the track. I find it amazing how he kept going. He didn’t let up for a second. Very nice! And he always remained very positive.”

“Red Bull’s decisive 2025 season”

While Verstappen’s success in 2024 is notable, his long-term future is with Red Bull Racing remains uncertain. The 27-year-old is under contract with the team until the season 2028But Jos Verstappen admitted that staying competitive will be crucial to retaining Max’s loyalty:

“A lot also depends on what happens here at Red Bull. If they do it again next year and we are ahead, then Max will just stay.”

The 2025 season could be crucial for Red Bull, with Verstappen’s performance and satisfaction likely to influence his future in the sport.

“Competing teams are waiting in the starting blocks”

The interest in Verstappen’s services has only increased for both of them Mercedes And Aston Martin He reportedly considers the Dutchman a potential recruit 2026. The upcoming regulation changes and the addition of Adrian Newey to Aston Martin’s technical team make the Silverstone-based squad an attractive option.

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff There have also long been rumors that he has his eye on Verstappen, adding another layer of intrigue to the Dutchman’s future.

“A look into the future”

While Red Bull will undoubtedly do everything in its power to keep Verstappen, the competition to sign him underlines his unparalleled value in the sport. The 2025 season will be crucial not only to Red Bull’s title ambitions, but also to convincing Verstappen that his best chance of further success lies with them.

As Jos Verstappen put it, Max’s future depends on one key factor: staying at the top.

“The 2025 Season: A Battle for Supremacy”

With McLaren, Ferrari and Mercedes closing the gap and Aston Martin entering the fray with Newey’s expertise, the 2025 season promises to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. For Verstappen, it will be a test of his skills, a chance to cement his dominance and perhaps a stepping stone into the next chapter of his illustrious career.