Red Bull struggles with upgrades during practice at Austrian GP

Red Bull Racing faced challenges during practice sessions at the Austrian Grand Prix on June 26, 2026. Isack Hadjar noted the car felt 'like the usual' despite recent upgrades, including changes to the floor and suspension. Max Verstappen experienced early issues, halting in the pit lane, while Hadjar struggled with car problems that limited his track time. Although Hadjar improved to P7 in Free Practice 2 after completing 28 laps, both he and Verstappen reported grip issues at Turn 3. Red Bull Technical Director Pierre Wache acknowledged difficulties but expressed belief in the potential of the updates as the team prepares for qualifying.