Formula 1 3d Briefing
×Last updated: July 9, 2026, 2:31 AM ET
Red Bull Faces Scrutiny After Wing Failures
Red Bull is investigating two consecutive rear wing failures that impacted Max Verstappen, including a crash at Silverstone investigating failures. The team principal stated they are leaving "no stone unturned" insisting the squad, while the FIA also requested information. Verstappen's Silverstone crash, though investigated by Red Bull, was separate from a similar issue that also plagued the team caused by an issue. Drivers experienced difficulties at Silverstone, with the team's performance potentially mirroring struggles expected at Spa.
Ferrari Seeks Consistency Amidst Upgrades
Charles Leclerc's British Grand Prix victory came after a period of searching for answers to set-up changes looking for answers. Ferrari's engineers initially estimated a six-tenths deficit to Mercedes on the straights before the Grand Prix weekend estimated a deficit. Team principal Fred Vasseur remains hesitant to discuss championship aspirations due to the team's inconsistent performances, despite a significant upgrade package in Spain.
Technical Regulations and Future Power Units Under Discussion
The complexity of the 2026 Formula 1 regulations is posing challenges for customer teams, as experience is becoming a primary factor placed experience at the forefront. The FIA is considering a shift away from customer power units for 2031, potentially moving towards cheaper V8 engines with third-party supply options.
Mercedes' Qualifying Tweak and Safety Car Controversy
Mercedes drivers employed a clever electrical strategy during qualifying at the British Grand Prix weekend, lifting off the accelerator just before the finish line to gain an advantage caught the eye. The British Grand Prix concluded anticlimactically under safety car conditions, leading to boos from the Silverstone crowd and prompting debate about F1 safety car rules endured an end.