Despite Red Bull’s recent problems and the challenges related to energy management, Max Verstappen remains confident ahead of a circuit where the team has often shone.
Surprise winner of the British Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc approaches Spa with caution. The Ferrari driver prefers to understand the reasons for this success rather than aiming at all costs for a second consecutive victory.
The Spa-Francorchamps circuit promises to be a real test for the new single-seaters. Andrea Stella fears that energy management will take precedence over the real duels on track.
After defying the odds at Silverstone, Charles Leclerc refuses to get carried away and asks Ferrari to understand why the SF-26 was much more competitive than expected.
Despite its position as leader of both championships, Mercedes believes it has not fully exploited its potential in recent weeks. Toto Wolff demands a reaction starting from the Belgian Grand Prix.
After a season start far from his ambitions, Lando Norris no longer hides his frustration with McLaren and believes that the team must improve in several areas to regain the expected level.
Laurent Mekies acknowledges that Red Bull may still struggle at Spa-Francorchamps, but the team principal refuses to give up despite the difficulties encountered with the RB22.
The FIA has confirmed that the rules regarding engine penalties will remain relaxed after 2026, in order to avoid excessive pressure on manufacturers during upcoming technical developments.
One year after succeeding Christian Horner, Laurent Mekies is going through a particularly turbulent period at the helm of Red Bull, amid sporting difficulties, major departures, and uncertainties surrounding Max Verstappen.
Double reigning champion at the end of the 2025 season, McLaren is going through a much more difficult 2026 campaign. Andrea Stella acknowledges that the team hasn’t even had time to savor its recent successes.