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Daniel Ricciardo Is Learning to See More Than the Ending
Two years after his final Grand Prix, Daniel Ricciardo opens up about his difficult F1 exit, life beyond racing and learning to feel proud of his career.
Verstappen’s Next Chapter Starts With a New Voice
Tom Hart has begun taking over Max Verstappen’s radio duties, with Gianpiero Lambiase supporting the handover. Red Bull is building the understanding behind its next driver-engineer partnership.
Red Bull Erases McLaren’s Lead. Mexico Starts at 355–355.
Red Bull has erased McLaren’s seven-point lead, leaving both teams on 355 ahead of Mexico. Verstappen’s podium helped, but Hadjar’s contribution shows why all four drivers matter in the fight for third.
Red Bull’s Austin Warning: Pace Is Only Half the Job
Red Bull qualified second and third in Austin but finished third and sixth. Verstappen and Hadjar explain how inconsistent power delivery, launch problems and other setbacks compromised their races.
Eighth to Second, Then Champion: Palmowski Seals Austin Title
Alisha Palmowski charged from eighth to second in Austin to secure the 2026 F1 Academy title with three races to spare, becoming Campos Racing’s first champion in the series.
US GP Qualifying: Antonelli Beats Verstappen to Pole
Ferrari swept practice, but Kimi Antonelli took Austin pole by 0.179 seconds over Max Verstappen. Hadjar qualified third, ahead of Leclerc and Hamilton.
McLaren Brings Austin Upgrades as Red Bull Closes to Seven Points
McLaren will bring braking and floor updates to Austin as Red Bull closes to within seven points in a Constructors’ Championship fight that could change hands this weekend.
The Championship Says Antonelli. Austin Says Verstappen.
Kimi Antonelli arrives at COTA with a 102-point championship lead and his first chance to seal the title. But Max Verstappen has won four of the last five Austin Grands Prix and stands one victory from Lewis Hamilton’s circuit record.
Legal in 2026. Changing for 2027. What Happens to Red Bull and Audi’s Sidepods?
Red Bull and Audi’s sidepod solution is legal in 2026, but tighter rules change the requirements for 2027. What is the FIA restricting, and who does it affect?
Red Bull Commits to Mekies Through 2031 After Return to Winning Form
Red Bull has extended Laurent Mekies’ contract as CEO and team principal through 2031, backing its leadership after consecutive victories in Malaysia and Singapore.
Austin 2026: The Grand Prix Is Only the Start
Make more of Austin race week with free Williams and Red Bull fan events, Texas Capitol tours and Lady Bird Lake walks, plus concerts for COTA ticket holders.
Verstappen Takes First Win of 2026 in Rain-Hit Bahrain GP at Sepang
Max Verstappen claimed his first win of 2026 in a rain-disrupted Bahrain GP at Sepang. Antonelli finished second, Hamilton recovered to third, and Russell retired late.
Verstappen Takes First Pole of 2026 at Sepang, Hamilton Second
Verstappen claimed his first pole of 2026 at Sepang, beating Hamilton by 0.298 seconds. Hadjar qualified third but faces a five-place grid penalty.
Leclerc Tops FP2. So Why Is He Watching Red Bull?
Leclerc topped FP2 at Sepang, but Hadjar’s imperfect lap and Verstappen’s pace on medium tires left him watching Red Bull closely.
Verstappen’s Birthday Wish? A Win Before the Year Is Out.
Max Verstappen has turned 29, but his first Grand Prix win of 2026 is still missing. After consecutive second-place finishes, he wants Red Bull’s progress to deliver more.
ONE LAST BIG UPGRADE: RED BULL STILL HAS A 2026 WIN TO CHASE
Red Bull’s final significant 2026 upgrade arrives in Baku as most resources move toward 2027, but a first win remains an important target.