Who slept best last night: Max Verstappen
It hasn’t been a very interesting championship so far. Well… let’s actually call it as it is: it’s been pretty dull, with Kimi Antonelli grabbing the lead and refusing to let anyone touch it from early on. That young Italian fella has certainly made sure we have nothing to get excited about in terms of the title fight. And even if the chances of him securing it in Austin in two ... Keep reading
Max Verstappen's latest win has sparked curiosity and debate about the current Formula 1 season. Many are wondering whether Mercedes has truly clawed its way back to the top with the new power unit and chassis, or if Verstappen's success is merely a temporary phenomenon. Mercedes' dominance this season could be a result of their ability to focus solely on developing the W17 for 2026, while Red Bull and McLaren were forced to keep pushing until the end of last season.
Despite Red Bull's significant investment in development, their progress appears to have plateaued, giving Mercedes an advantage in the early 2026 races.
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