With the Belgian weekend behind us and the build-up to the Hungarian Grand Prix now underway, let’s take a look at the two main news from today, Monday, July 28.

Red Bull Racing confirms Max Verstappen's stay for 2026

Max Verstappen will definitely be driving for Red Bull Racing in 2026, according to Helmut Marko, an external advisor, reported on the Sport.de website.

This brings the Dutch racer's continued stay with the team closer, although we are still waiting for confirmation from Verstappen himself.

The main player himself now also needs to report this, but it seems we will have to wait a bit longer.

GPblog understands that clarity about what Verstappen will do in 2026 will only be provided from the summer break onwards by Verstappen himself – although nothing seems to stand in the way of a longer stay at Red Bull Racing.

Max Verstappen at Spa

Mercedes passes up on Verstappen: 'Deal with Russell almost done'

George Russell is on the verge of signing a new contract with Mercedes, according to The Daily Mail. The British newspaper also reports that Russell is set to receive a generous salary, which will make him one of the highest earners in the sport.

According to the tabloid, Mercedes and Russell have largely agreed on a new contract. Smaller details, such as how many sponsor events he should attend, still need to be resolved.

George Russell

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