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Max Verstappen crashes at Dutch GP and extends Red Bull contract to 2030

Max Verstappen crashed during the first lap of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, forcing a red flag. The four-time world champion lost control of his Red Bull in a corner that was still partially wet following earlier rain. Verstappen admitted to a driving error, stating he misjudged the grip levels when attempting to accelerate on a drying section of the track. He exited the vehicle uninjured after undergoing a mandatory medical check.

Amidst the racing incident, Red Bull announced that Verstappen has signed a contract extension through 2030. This long-term commitment follows speculation regarding his future and potential interest from other teams. The extension could see Verstappen complete 15 seasons with Red Bull, potentially setting a record for the longest driver-team partnership in Formula 1 history.

The weekend was marked by technical struggles for the Red Bull team, which has faced difficulties matching the pace of competitors like McLaren and Mercedes. Verstappen expressed disappointment with the car's balance and the team's overall performance during the event.

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Formula 1 · Jos Verstappen · Lando Norris · Laurent Mekkies · Liam Lawson · Max Verstappen · Mercedes · Racing Bulls · Red Bull Racing · Stefano Domenicali · Toto Wolff · Zandvoort

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