1. Red Bull says it recovered over a second against Mercedes during 2026
Laurent Mekies credits work across the chassis and engine departments for Red Bull’s recovery. He says the team began more than a second behind Mercedes, then closed the gap through the season. With Max back winning, Mekies reckons the turnaround deserves recognition alongside Mercedes’ championship success.
2. Lando Norris says McLaren’s failed title defence shows success guarantees nothing
Lando’s biggest lesson from losing the crown is straightforward: winning one year buys you nothing the next. He credits rivals for raising their level and says every season demands more effort. Despite surrendering both titles, he still sees McLaren’s campaign as progress rather than simply a disappointment.
3. Mercedes says Ferrari’s Brazil struggles eased pressure during constructors’ title decider
Kimi and George both spun, but Mercedes’ pitwall reckons Ferrari’s struggles kept the title maths comfortable. James Allison and Bradley Lord say the red cars never looked threatening enough to change that picture. Fourth and fifth were enough to seal the crown after a scrappy afternoon.
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