Pink Bull have prolonged the contract of group principal Laurent Mekies till the top of 2031.
The Frenchman has led the group since he changed Christian Horner following the Briton’s sacking in the summertime of 2025 after 20 years in cost.
After a tough begin to the 2026 season, Pink Bull have improved their automotive to the extent that Max Verstappen has taken dominant victories within the final two races, in Malaysia and Singapore.
A press release attributed to the 2 essential shareholders of Pink Bull, Thai Chalerm Yoovidhya and Austrian Mark Mateschitz, mentioned: “Laurent has performed a vital function in guiding the group via an essential interval of transition whereas sustaining the aggressive spirit and the Pink Bull ideas that outline us.
“This extension displays our confidence in his management and our shared perception within the long-term imaginative and prescient of the group.
“We’re formidable about what lies forward and we’re dedicated to constructing on this momentum collectively.”
The transfer comes lower than two months after Verstappen prolonged his personal contract with Pink Bull by two years to the top of 2030 after a interval of uncertainty over his future.
Verstappen’s two victories got here within the wake of an interview Horner gave to the Occasions during which he claimed Pink Bull had “misplaced its mojo, its presence, its vibe”.
Oliver Mintzlaff, who’s accountable for the Pink Bull F1 programme in his function as chief government officer of company tasks and investments, mentioned: “Laurent has demonstrated excellent management since returning to the Pink Bull household. He combines technical experience, strategic considering, and a deep understanding of what makes our group profitable.
“Simply as importantly, he embodies the values and mentality that outline the Pink Bull manner: braveness, teamwork, willpower, and an unrelenting need to compete on the highest stage.
“Continuity in management is a key ingredient for sustained success.”
Mekies mentioned: “I’m extremely proud to proceed this journey with Pink Bull Racing, and I wish to thank Chalerm, Mark, and Oliver, all the group, and everybody concerned for the belief they’ve positioned within the challenge.
“What makes this group particular is the best way everybody comes collectively in pursuit of the identical aim, and I really feel privileged to work alongside such a expertise and dedicated group every single day.”
