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Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies explained why the team opted to delay development of its 2026 F1 challenger, amid its 2025 resurgence.
Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies explained the decision to delay the 2026 Formula 1 car’s development amid the team’s 2025 resurgence. Starting the season under low expectations, the team saw a late-season surge with Max Verstappen’s extraordinary comeback. While other teams scaled back development, Red Bull continued updating the RB21, nearly resulting in a championship win by Verstappen. Mekies expressed the importance of understanding the current car’s performance to improve for the future. The team’s extended learning process on the RB21 is believed to provide added proficiency for the upcoming season, despite adapting to new regulations and the introduction of an in-house power unit. Mekies highlighted the unity and energy within the group, emphasizing the team’s positive outlook for the future.
