'Verstappen will stay with Red Bull, McLaren are happy with their drivers'

Speaking on Sky Sports News, Kravitz expects Verstappen to remain with Red Bull Racing for the upcoming Formula 1 season. He believes McLaren is the only possible destination for the Dutchman, but the Woking-based team is currently satisfied with its driver line-up of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

He continued: "Oscar Piastri having his own little issues, but he is still very happy with the team, and it's a harmonious place. There's no space in the McLaren team. So that's why I think Max will stay."

Kravitz also added that he thinks Mercedes is not an option for the Dutchman. Over the past years, Verstappen was frequently connected to Toto Wolff's team as well. "McLaren seem to be the only runners at the moment. Mercedes seem to think that they're happy with Kimi Antonelli. They think he's probably as fast as Max Verstappen. Big statement, but that's what they think. "And they think that George Russell is a good teammate for the time being for Antonelli.

Therefore, he concluded: "So it's McLaren seemingly, or nothing, or staying at Red Bull, which is why I think Max will stay at Red Bull."

Ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix weekend, Verstappen was firm when asked about his future. The Dutchman shut down questions with short answers and underlined that he would speak when he had something to share.

Last season, Verstappen confirmed at the Hungaroring that he would remain with Red Bull Racing for the 2026 season. The Formula 1 grid returns to the Hungarian circuit this weekend. Verstappen is in no rush to make a decision. He could wait until October to make a final decision.