Verstappen's 2026 progress

Verstappen has two wins in last three races with only 0.196 seconds deficit to Hamilton in Baku.

Championship standings

Verstappen trails Hamilton by eight points and Russell by 17 points in drivers' championship.

Verstappen on 2027 hope

Verstappen says all major 2026 upgrades worked and Red Bull is confident for next year.

“The most important thing is to look at where we were at the beginning of the season and where we are now”

Wind tunnel upgrade

Red Bull's new wind tunnel will help them compete in 2027 after current facility is a Cold War relic.

“a Cold War relic”

Wind tunnel timeline

Red Bull expects new wind tunnel operational in early 2027, possibly February.

“Pierre Waché previously told Motorsport.com that the wind tunnel should be operational in early 2027, possibly in February”

2027 development

Red Bull will use new wind tunnel for further development of RB23 car throughout 2027 season.

2027 outlook

Red Bull's 2027 car development will benefit from new wind tunnel and 2026 upgrades.

“Everything we've introduced on the car this year has worked. That's very positive, and hopefully we can use that for next year.”