F1 insider sets the record straight on Verstappen’s announcement at Spa

Max Verstappen’s future at Red Bull, now on the brink of the Silly Season, remains uncertain and continues to be one of the main topics of discussion—especially following Christian Horner’s departure.

A few days ago, Dutch commentator Nelson Valkenburg also weighed in on what Verstappen’s future might hold, with rumors linking him to Mercedes still very much alive in the background.

In particular, his words about a possible announcement ahead of the upcoming Spa Grand Prix caused a stir, when he said "we've been hearing rumblings that we might have to prepare for some sort of press event in Spa."

He then added: “That’s very much... it is so unconfirmed. It’s one of those rumors that I’ll wait and see.”

Valkenburg clearly received many responses to his statements, as he has since responded on social media: ''No, I didn't say I knew of or am expecting a press announcement on Max's future, in Spa.''

GPblog already wrote here why the rumor is utter nonsense, confirming that no press event will take place.