Red Bull team boss Christian Horner has acknowledged the 2026 Formula 1 season could be challenging for the squad, but says Red Bull's in-house engine programme will pay off as it aims to keep Max Verstappen.
Verstappen's future has been the subject of plenty of speculation despite his 2028 Red Bull contract, with the Dutchman's camp having had renewed conversations with Mercedes on the future. It still looks likely the four-time world champion will stay put for 2026, but he would then be able to observe which manufacturer has taken the best start with the new power units before weighing up his options for 2027 and beyond.
