The summer break is in action, but that does not mean the world of F1 stops! Recap the best news of the day this 7 August with GPblog! During the media day at the Hungarian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen confirmed he will remain with Red Bull Racing for the 2026 season.

Rumors continued to simmer until two days ago, when Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko confirmed his expectation that Verstappen would be back in 2026. ESPN's Nate Saunders reported an exit clause in Verstappen's contract came and went, too, making it more likely he'd stay put.

A very disappointing Hungarian Grand Prix weekend led to the four-time world champion claiming that Red Bull will not win another race this year, amid McLaren dominance