Red Bull reverts rear wing design following Verstappen crashes
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Red Bull Racing has decided to revert to its previous rear wing design after crashes involving Max Verstappen in Austria and Silverstone. The team had implemented a rotating rear wing, similar to Ferrari's design, but after a review prompted by Verstappen's race-ending spin, the decision was made to prioritize stability, especially ahead of the upcoming Spa race. Verstappen acknowledged the change was necessary for safety but indicated that on-track performance might not significantly differ. His teammate, Isack Hadjar, noted that there were additional performance issues that the team is working to address as they prepare for the next race.
- •Red Bull's rotating rear wing linked to Verstappen's recent crashes.
- •Team prioritizes stability for high-speed corners ahead of Spa.
- •Verstappen and Hadjar emphasize minimal on-track performance impact.
- •Red Bull aims to address various performance issues beyond the wing.
- •Ongoing work focused on improving race starts for upcoming events.
"After crashes for Max Verstappen in Austria and Silverstone, Red Bull have decided to revert back to their previous rear wing.
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