Both the speculation about Verstappen’s future and the persistent threat of McLaren have transferred into 2025, and the links with a Red Bull exit have persisted, despite the four-time world champion having a contract that runs until 2028. Aston Martin and Mercedes are the most likely destinations should he seal a shock exit.

Kimi Antonelli wrecked his first Formula 1 qualifying session in Monaco at the end of Q1, clipping the barriers and sending his Mercedes into the wall to bring out a late red flag. Antonelli was on his final flying lap of the session,

Max Verstappen conceded Red Bull remains “weak” in low-speed corners after qualifying fifth for the 2025 Formula 1 Monaco Grand