What now for Verstappen, Red Bull & McLaren after surprise Lambiase move?
Why it matters: Max Verstappen and Red Bull face a significant change with their race engineer departing for McLaren in 2026.
- Gianpiero Lambiase, Max Verstappen's race engineer, has agreed to join McLaren.
- Lambiase's move is set to occur in 2026.
- This news is considered one of the biggest stories in Formula 1 so far in 2026, despite the absence of races in April.
The Formula 1 world has been rocked by the surprise news that Gianpiero Lambiase, Max Verstappen's race engineer, will be joining McLaren in 2026, despite no races taking place in April. This move is considered one of the biggest stories in the sport for the year, raising questions about the future dynamics for Verstappen and Red Bull.
