Max Verstappen says his contract talks won’t hinge on Gianpiero Lambiase’s departure. Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies insists the team’s focus remains on performance, not personnel changes.

Mekies welcomed new hybrid‑engine rules for Miami, which aim to restore flat‑out qualifying and curb dangerous power‑train mismatches. He cited a 60:40 internal‑combustion to electrical ratio as a possible long‑term fix.

Despite a sluggish start, Red Bull plans a major upgrade for Miami. Mekies estimates a 0.3‑second per lap gain from the new engine, yet admits the team still lags behind Mercedes and Ferrari.

Verstappen’s decision to stay hinges on competitive progress, not on staff reshuffles. The team’s next steps will determine if it can close the gap in the championship.