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Gianpiero Lambiase exit provides huge hint about Max Verstappen’s F1 future
Gianpiero Lambiase’s departure from Red Bull hints at the future of Max Verstappen, the four-time world champion.
As Verstappen’s race engineer since 2016 and head of racing at Red Bull since 2024, Lambiase is expected to move to McLaren, although the exact timing of his departure remains uncertain.
Speculations suggest that Lambiase may transition to McLaren at the beginning of 2028, unless an earlier agreement is made between the teams.
His role at McLaren will involve supporting team principal Andrea Stella and sharing some of his trackside tasks, as per reports.
Lambiase’s past interview from 2023, which resurfaced recently, suggested that his departure might coincide with Verstappen’s possible exit due to his concerns about the 2026 car regulations.
However, while fans speculated on social media about Verstappen’s retirement following Lambiase’s move, there has been no official confirmation from either Red Bull or McLaren regarding these reports.
