Horner’s exit, it has been surmised, Red Bull’s last-ditch attempt to retain Verstappen with his camp said to be unhappy with the team principal. According to Martin Brundle, ‘Team Verstappen’ played a critical role in Red Bull’s decision to sack the team boss.

With rumors ramping up of Max Verstappen's potential Mercedes move, a reported close contact of Max Verstappen has made a big claim.