Rumours spread that Max Verstappen's long-time race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase might leave Red Bull, but Verstappen has shut them down clearly. GP will stay for an 11th year together as the team prepares for the big 2026 changes in Formula 1.
Yuki Tsunoda heads into the Qatar Grand Prix with his future at Red Bull still uncertain, admitting he has “no plan B” and hinting that “most people probably know” where things stand. With Red Bull expected to finalise its 2026 line-up after the weekend, Qatar may be Tsunoda’s final chance to secure his seat.


