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Max Verstappen F1 race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase quits Red Bull to join rivals
Max Verstappen’s long-time F1 race engineer Gianpiero ‘GP’ Lambiase is leaving Red Bull to join rival team McLaren. This move adds to a series of departures from Red Bull in recent years, including key figures like Christian Horner, Adrian Newey, and Helmut Marko. Lambiase has been Verstappen’s engineer since 2016, helping the driver secure four world titles. He was also appointed head of racing at Red Bull in 2024. Lambiase is expected to take on a senior role at McLaren in 2028, potentially working alongside team principal Andrea Stella and reuniting with former Red Bull colleagues. Verstappen’s partnership with Lambiase has been pivotal, and his departure could impact the driver’s performance on the track.
