TECH WEEKLY: The car developments and engineering shift behind Red Bull’s F1 comeback
F1 technical expert Mark Hughes explores the key factors that have contributed to Red Bull’s recent F1 resurgence.


F1’s visit to the Baku street track this weekend comes at a time when Red Bull – who have a super-strong record around here – are staging something of a comeback in form.
Max Verstappen’s victory at Monza on the back of a strong second place at Zandvoort came as the team re-assessed their trackside working methods. The car driven by Verstappen to victory in Italy also benefitted from an all-new floor.

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