Verstappen is ready to leave if he doesn't like the regulations.

      Max Verstappen's contract with Red Bull Racing runs until the end of 2028. However, the four-time world champion's future remains uncertain. Ahead of the Qatar round, Max said he would end his career if he doesn't like the cars built under the new regulations that come into effect next season.

      Max Verstappen: "My contract runs until 2028, but my future beyond that depends on the new 2026 rules and how interesting they turn out to be. If driving the new cars isn't interesting, then I don't see myself racing.

      I don't have a goal of winning seven titles. Under my current contract I have three more years, so that outcome is possible, but I definitely won't be aiming to become a seven-time champion before I leave the sport. I could easily retire tomorrow.

      I also have other interests in life — other racing series, I want to spend more time with my family and live on my own schedule. And I understand that if I close this chapter, it will be closed for good. I don't see myself coming back after I leave. If I stop, I stop."