Red Bull seeks to close half a second gap to leaders, says Mekies
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:47 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies stated that the team has made progress but still needs to find half a second to catch up to the frontrunners in Formula 1. As the season progresses, this time deficit remains a key focus for the team. The next races will be crucial to see if Red Bull can implement changes to enhance their performance and close the gap. With multiple races ahead, Red Bull aims to boost its competitiveness on the grid.
- •Laurent Mekies acknowledges progress while noting a half-second deficit.
- •Red Bull is focusing on improving performance ahead of upcoming races.
- •The time gap remains critical for Red Bull's competitiveness this season.
- 11:47 AMRacer — Red Bull has half a second deficit to frontrunners - Mekies
"Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says his team has made progress, but still needs to find around half a second.
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