P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull’s 2026 car is believed to be around 6-7kg overweight
Red Bull is facing challenges with the design of its RB22 in Formula 1, particularly with balance and handling issues for drivers Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar.
Despite signs of progress, such as Verstappen’s front-row start in Miami and a podium finish in Canada, Red Bull still has a lot of ground to cover to challenge Mercedes.
Sources suggest that the RB22 is currently overweight, potentially costing the team around two tenths of a second per lap.
Reducing the weight of the car could not only improve performance but also allow for better balance adjustments and more aggressive set-ups.
By addressing these issues, Red Bull hopes to close the performance gap to Mercedes and achieve more consistent results on the track.
