Red Bull's Max Verstappen will not be able to trigger the performance clause in his contract with the team as he heads into the F1 summer break within the top three of the championship

Moreover, team principal Christian Horner was dismissed from his role by Red Bull, though Verstappen has since said his exit will not have any bearing on his own future. Throughout the entire saga, it has been known that there is a performance-related release clause in Verstappen’s contract which runs until 2028.

According to Formula 1 fans, that is. In the latest F1 installment of SB Nation Reacts, F1 fans were asked where Verstappen will drive next season: Red Bull or Mercedes. A majority of respondents, 59%, selected the Silver Arrows. Only 41% of those who responded believe Verstappen will stay at Red Bull.