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Long-serving Max Verstappen F1 mechanic, Ole Schack has decided to leave Red Bull citing a change in ‘atmosphere’ as per reports.
Long-serving Max Verstappen Formula 1 mechanic, Ole Schack, has decided to leave Red Bull citing a change in ‘atmosphere’. The Dutchman has faced challenges in the 2026 season, with a DNF and consistent finishes outside the top 5. Verstappen is not satisfied with the RB22 and its competitiveness, along with the regulations it was designed under. Reports indicate that Schack has resigned from the Milton-Keynes-based team after being a key member of Verstappen’s pit-crew since Red Bull’s inception in 2005. Negotiations regarding his departure date are ongoing as Schack seeks a new challenge in the F1 paddock. Verstappen and Red Bull are experiencing a drop in morale, with Horner’s dismissal and the need to catch up with Mercedes, McLaren, and Ferrari in the 2026 season.
