Pierre Gasly has revealed his difficult stint at Red Bull Racing was marred by a complete lack of support, with the team heavily focused on Max Verstappen. Promoted after just 26 F1 races, Gasly felt ill-equipped and was demoted back to Toro Rosso after 12 grands prix, highlighting the challenges of being Verstappen's teammate.
Guenther Steiner says Oscar Piastri has the talent to become F1 champion despite his 2025 title defeat, attributing the setback to experience and needing the right car at the right time for a driver in only his third season.
Max Verstappen says he disagreed with Red Bull's decision to demote Liam Lawson after only two races in 2025, calling it too early. He highlights the team's persistent struggle to find a competitive second driver, a weakness that has repeatedly cost them the constructors' championship despite his own success.
The FIA has amended the 2026 technical regulations to explicitly forbid any system designed to alter the temperature of the new, standardized fuel-flow meter. This move closes a potential performance loophole as F1 switches to an energy-based fuel flow limit, underscoring the ongoing technical chess game between regulators and manufacturers ahead of the new engine era.
Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff anticipates the 2026 technical regulations will revolutionize the sport, emphasizing driver intelligence and energy management over pure aerodynamic efficiency. He believes this reset could benefit Mercedes and redefine how races are won.
Jacques Villeneuve argues Red Bull missed a key opportunity by not signing Carlos Sainz to partner Max Verstappen, citing the Spaniard's proven ability to improve every team he joins through deep technical understanding and car development skills—qualities he shares with Verstappen.
Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur says Lewis Hamilton's improvement requires a collective "mindset" to fix many small performance deficits, not one magic bullet. After a podium-less first season, the focus is on better collaboration to help the seven-time champion extract more from the car.
Red Bull's Oliver Mintzlaff has rejected Helmut Marko's harsh criticism of ousted boss Christian Horner, crediting Horner's two decades of contribution while defending the company's decision to change leadership as a necessary refresh for the long-running F1 team.
Red Bull's top executive Oliver Mintzlaff has publicly defended the decision to fire Christian Horner, calling it a necessary move for the team's future. He rejected claims it was risky and distanced the company from critical comments made by the departed Helmut Marko.
Red Bull is streamlining the name of its 2026 engine project to 'Red Bull Ford' as new details emerge on Christian Horner's summer dismissal. CEO Oliver Mintzlaff cited the need for a 'new chapter' after a difficult start to 2025, highlighting the team's transition into a new era under Laurent Mekies.
Red Bull's Oliver Mintzlaff downplays fears over Max Verstappen's performance clause, while Toto Wolff criticizes Christian Horner's 'entitlement'. Technical intrigue grows over a potential 2026 engine loophole, and Lewis Hamilton dismisses retirement talk after a tough Ferrari debut.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has confidently declared Oscar Piastri a 'future World Champion' following the 2025 season. Despite finishing third behind title-winner teammate Lando Norris, Brown's endorsement highlights Piastri's immense talent and his central role in McLaren's long-term plans as the team looks ahead to the 2026 regulation changes.
