Aston Martin's Growing Reputation
Andy Cowell, Aston Martin team boss, views rumors about Max Verstappen linking to the team as a "flattering" sign of the team's growing reputation.
Last summer, the paddock was abuzz with speculation over Verstappen's future due to Red Bull's mid-season performance and the performance clauses in his contract.
- Verstappen's contract had performance clauses that could have been triggered, but he remained in the top three, rendering them ineffective.
- The world champion later affirmed his commitment to Red Bull through 2026, ending the debate about his future.
Aston Martin's name was mentioned alongside Mercedes as a potential destination for Verstappen, despite the Dutchman never truly being in play.
Autor's resume: Aston Martin's reputation grows.