Red Bull Racing

Red Bull Racing has been one of the most dominant forces in modern Formula 1, and the numbers speak for themselves — six Constructors’ Championships since the team was founded in 2005. Under Christian Horner’s leadership, Red Bull went from midfield newcomer to the benchmark team of the 2010s and 2020s. Their facility in Milton Keynes houses one of the most advanced aerodynamics departments in all of motorsport, and the results on track reflect that investment.

The dominance reached truly extraordinary levels during the 2023 season, when Max Verstappen won 19 of 22 races — an all-time record that still feels hard to believe. Red Bull’s success has been built on a culture of innovation, aggressive development strategies, and a willingness to invest in young talent through their driver programme. It’s a formula (no pun intended) that has paid off spectacularly.

Red Bull Racing has a strong connection to the Australian Grand Prix, which has frequently kicked off the season at Melbourne’s Albert Park. The team’s vibrant brand presence and show-car events have made them one of the most popular outfits among Australian motorsport fans, and Albert Park’s high-speed layout has often suited their aerodynamic philosophy perfectly.

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Red Bull Racing enters 2026 with a singular mission: reclaim the championships they lost to McLaren in 2025. Max Verstappen leads the charge alongside new teammate Liam Lawson, and if you know anything about Verstappen after a season without the title, you know he’s going to come back swinging. The 2026 regulatory era brings sweeping changes to power unit and aero regulations, and Red Bull’s engineering depth positions them well to adapt. Here’s the big storyline: the team’s in-house powertrain division, Red Bull Powertrains, takes on full responsibility for the new-specification hybrid engine — a pivotal moment in the team’s evolution from energy drink brand to full-scale constructor.

NC — Staff sports writer, australiafootball.com