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Max Verstappen ends switch speculation by signing new long-term Red Bull deal Max Verstappen has put an end to speculation over his Formula One future by signing a new long-term contract with Red Bull. The four-time world champion's future has dominated the agenda throughout the season amid Red Bull's indifferent form and his bitter unhappiness at the sport's new regulations.Verstappen had been linked with a sensational switch to Mercedes and McLaren as well as a possible exit from the sport but, ahead of his home race at this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix, he has committed to Red Bull until 2030.