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Red Bull

In the Driver’s Seat

Max Verstappen’s resurgence, FIA’s quick reaction make Bahrain GP an enjoyable ride

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen celebrating with team principal Laurent Mekies and his teammates after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Oct 4.
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen celebrating with team principal Laurent Mekies and his teammates after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Oct 4.

Verstappen wins chaotic rain-delayed Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

Max Verstappen was the last driver to win in Sepang in 2017 before it was taken off the calendar.
Max Verstappen was the last driver to win in Sepang in 2017 before it was taken off the calendar.

Lando Norris blames Sepang tarmac as McLaren struggle in Bahrain GP qualifying

McLaren’s Lando Norris qualified sixth-fastest, sixth-tenths of a second slower than pole sitter Max Verstappen, but will start fifth after Red Bull’s Isack Hadjar received a grid penalty that drops him from third to eighth.
McLaren’s Lando Norris qualified sixth-fastest, sixth-tenths of a second slower than pole sitter Max Verstappen, but will start fifth after Red Bull’s Isack Hadjar received a grid penalty that drops him from third to eighth.

Verstappen claims first pole of season at Bahrain GP in Malaysia

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen celebrating after qualifying in pole position on Oct 3.
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen celebrating after qualifying in pole position on Oct 3.

Could Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia be a good-luck charm? History backs it up

Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli is in prime position to be the youngest Formula 1 drivers’ champion.
Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli is in prime position to be the youngest Formula 1 drivers’ champion.

Ferrari seek to quell speculation around Fred Vasseur

Ferrari’s French team principal Fred Vasseur has made clear his frustration at questions about his future at last weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku.
Ferrari’s French team principal Fred Vasseur has made clear his frustration at questions about his future at last weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku.

F1 rookie Lindblad wants to take his own path to the top

Formula One F1 - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan - September 25, 2026 RB's Arvid Lindblad reacts after being eliminated from qualifying REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki
Formula One F1 - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan - September 25, 2026 RB's Arvid Lindblad reacts after being eliminated from qualifying REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

India court quashes order asking Red Bull to drop ‘energy drink’ label

Red Bull’s India unit said ⁠banning the label, without changes to the product’s underlying standard, “introduces substantial regulatory uncertainty”.
Red Bull’s India unit said ⁠banning the label, without changes to the product’s underlying standard, “introduces substantial regulatory uncertainty”.

Russell fends off Verstappen to win in Baku, Antonelli fifth

Mercedes’ George Russell crosses the line to win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Mercedes’ George Russell crosses the line to win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Verstappen denies Russell Azerbaijan practice clean sweep

Formula One F1 - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan - September 25, 2026 Red Bull's Max Verstappen arrives ahead of practice and qualifying REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki
Formula One F1 - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan - September 25, 2026 Red Bull's Max Verstappen arrives ahead of practice and qualifying REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

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