Verstappen concluded by stating his disappointment with the current state of the 2026 regulations, highlighting the increased weight and negative impact on racing. He urged a thorough evaluation of the rules as the implementation date approaches.
Christian Horner, Red Bull team principal, also emphasized the need for “urgent attention” to prevent the 2026 cars from becoming overly complex. He highlighted the importance of balancing combustion power and electrical power to maintain wheel-to-wheel racing. Horner suggested adjusting the ratio between the ICE and electrical components to ensure a better platform for the chassis and avoid the need for extensive movable aerodynamics.
