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Mekies: “Don’t expect miracles” as Red Bull gap to Mercedes is “substantial” after 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Red Bull endured a difficult outing at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP, with Max Verstappen finishing P8 and Isack Hadjar crossing the line in P12, underlining the team’s ongoing struggles with their car. Team Principal Laurent Mekies has expressed confidence that the team can make progress during the break following the Suzuka weekend, despite ongoing…

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Laurent Mekies acknowledged Red Bull's struggles at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP, describing the team as a "distant force" one second off the leaders.
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Mekies: Red Bull a “distant force” as he details their struggles following 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Laurent Mekies addressed Red Bull’s ongoing performance struggles following the 2026 F1 Japanese GP at Suzuka. The Red Bull Racing Team Principal spoke candidly about the team’s position behind Mercedes, McLaren, and Ferrari. Kimi Antonelli claimed victory for Mercedes at Suzuka. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar could only manage P8 and P12 respectively for…

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Verstappen raises doubts over his F1 future after Suzuka, citing frustration with current regulations and the sport’s direction
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“It’s really anti-driving” — Verstappen questions F1 future because of 2026 regs after Suzuka

Max Verstappen has cast doubt over his long-term future in F1, admitting he no longer finds enjoyment under the current regulations following the race at Suzuka on Sunday where he finished 7th. Speaking to BBC Sport, the Red Bull driver revealed the demands of the calendar and the nature of the racing had prompted him…

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Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen during the 2026 F1 Japanese GP.
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Verstappen: Red Bull “have a lot more work to do” to understand new upgrades after tough race at 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen salvaged a points finish from an 11th-place start at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP, finishing the race in 8th. The Dutchman struggled for pace throughout the race and was unable to get past Alpine’s Pierre Gasly before the chequered flag, with the pair swapping positions several times over the 53 laps….

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Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen during Qualifying at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP.
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Verstappen remains vocal on RB22 issues after Q2 exit in 2026 F1 Japanese GP Qualifying

Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen endured a difficult day at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP, qualifying 11th after a difficult session. Earlier in FP3, the four-time World Champion had voiced frustration over the handling of the RB22, as he struggled to get to grips with it. Unfortunately for Verstappen, those issues persisted in Qualifying, where…

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Verstappen and Hadjar on Red Bull's performance during FP1 and FP2 at 2026 F1 Japanese GP
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Red Bull aim to resolve some issues after challenging Friday practice at 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar discuss how Red Bull will need to work on the car to get back in the fight with the frontrunners after struggling during FP1 and FP2 at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP.  While Verstappen managed to get in the top 10 in both practice sessions on Friday, Hadjar finished further…

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Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton explains why he has been enjoying racing so far during the 2026 season ahead of the F1 Japanese GP
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Hamilton explains why he’s enjoying racing in 2026 season ahead of F1 Japanese GP 

Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton has defended Formula 1’s evolving regulations, calling the racing “more fun” than it’s been in years ahead of the 2026 Japanese GP. Hamilton enjoying “back-and-forth” racing in 2026 Now three races into the season, Hamilton reflected on the style of racing created by the new regulations, admitting that he’s been enjoying the…

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Max Verstappen has discussed the FIA’s tweak to qualifying at Suzuka and the potential of the Red Bull RB22 ahead of the 2026 F1 Japanese GP
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Verstappen weighs in on FIA’s tweak to qualifying and Red Bull pace ahead of 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Heading into the 2026 Japanese GP this weekend, Max Verstappen has opened up about the FIA’s last-minute modification of the energy recovery limit for qualifying, how a flying lap around Suzuka would feel different in comparison to last year, and the potential of Red Bull’s latest F1 challenger. After facing considerable difficulties with the balance…

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