Max Verstappen says he isn’t losing any sleep over speculation that Red Bull Powertrains’ efforts to develop its 2026 F1 engine have been delayed by setbacks.
Haas heads to this week’s Japanese GP with momentum at its back, but also bracing for a tough time around Suzuka’s highly technical layout where its fastest sectors will prove “hugely challenging” for its VF-24.
Mercedes is still searching for the reason behind Lewis Hamilton’s engine failure in the Australian GP, but the Brackley squad heads to Japan this week with no concerns over its car’s reliability.
Sky F1 consultant Damon Hill believes next weekend’s Japanese GP will represent a decisively indicative test for Red Bull’s rivals and especially Ferrari.
McLaren has announced organizational changes to its technical executive team, with recent recruit David Sanchez who was in charge of car concept and performance leaving the Woking-based outfit after just three months.