Max Verstappen signs new Red Bull contract to stay in F1 until 2030
Verstappen: ‘I never felt that desire or need to change’

TL;DR
- Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull that extends to the end of 2030.
- Speculation linked Verstappen to Mercedes and McLaren, but he denied wanting to switch teams.
- Verstappen had considered retiring from F1 due to unhappiness with new regulations.
- He expressed strong belief in Red Bull's ability to deliver a winning package.
- The new contract ensures major F1 seats are now filled for the next year.
- Team principal Laurent Mekies emphasized Verstappen's central role and the team's responsibility to provide a competitive car.