F1 driver market and Ferrari pressure

Verstappen signs extension through 2030 at $100M/year. At Zandvoort press conference, Verstappen called it 'stress-free' and hinted at V8 future; drivers expressed emotional farewell to Zandvoort. Cadillac's Budkowski appointment and Lindblad's comments also noted. Ferrari trails Mercedes by 72 points with 12 races left; Zandvoort Sprint adds urgency. Sainz and Albon extend at Williams. F1 returns at Zandvoort with new Sprint weekend. Russell insists his Mercedes seat never felt under threat.