Verstappen hints at future with Honda, speculates on Red Bull exit

Max Verstappen hinted at a potential future collaboration with Honda during a fan event in Tokyo, expressing gratitude for their successful partnership that has led to four world championships with Red Bull. As Honda transitions to powering Aston Martin from 2026, Verstappen acknowledged the heights achieved together and hinted at possibilities beyond the current contract with Red Bull, which runs until 2028. His comments have sparked speculation that he may activate performance-related exit clauses if Red Bull's competitiveness wanes. Former F1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya suggested Aston Martin could present an irresistible offer to Verstappen, especially with the recent recruitment of key personnel from Red Bull. Overall, Verstappen's statements reflect both nostalgia for past successes and an openness to future opportunities in Formula 1.