Red Bull reverts to conventional rear wing before Belgian Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 10:43 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Red Bull Racing has decided to switch back to a conventional rear wing for the Belgian Grand Prix following high-speed crashes involving Max Verstappen in the last two races. Team principal Laurent Mekies confirmed the change, addressing issues revealed during tests after the Silverstone race. The team's previous wing design, which aimed to enhance straight-line speed, caused aerodynamic disruptions leading to loss of rear downforce during cornering. Verstappen characterized the situation as 'super-dangerous'. A short filming day test at Silverstone preceded the decision, indicating the team's commitment to ensuring driver safety.
- •Max Verstappen crashed during qualifying at the Red Bull Ring.
- •The previous wing design created safety issues in high-speed corners.
- •Red Bull aims for enhanced stability with a conventional wing.
- •The Belgian Grand Prix takes place from July 17-19.
- 10:43 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull to change wing after Verstappen crashes
- 10:40 AMBBC Sport — Red Bull to change wing after Verstappen crashes
"Red Bull are reverting to a conventional rear wing for the Belgian Grand Prix following high-speed crashes for Max Verstappen in the previous two races.
"Red Bull are reverting to a conventional rear wing for the Belgian Grand Prix following high-speed crashes for Max Verstappen in the previous two races.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 10:43 AMRed Bull to change wing after Verstappen crashes
Red Bull are reverting to a conventional rear wing for the Belgian Grand Prix following high-speed crashes for Max Verstappen in the previous two races.
- BBC SportJul 16, 2026, 10:40 AMRed Bull to change wing after Verstappen crashes
Red Bull are reverting to a conventional rear wing for the Belgian Grand Prix following high-speed crashes for Max Verstappen in the previous two races.
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