Verstappen confused as Red Bull's engine ranked best by FIA
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:46 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Max Verstappen expressed confusion over the FIA's recent ruling that ranks Red Bull's engine as the best in Formula 1. This decision came as teams received the results of the first ADUO period during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend. While Red Bull is restricted from further engine development, rival teams, including Mercedes, are permitted upgrades. Verstappen is in discussions with the FIA to understand the rationale behind this ranking, citing surprise at being labeled the best despite their current performance and points total. He noted upcoming engine rule changes planned for 2027 that may shift power dynamics in the sport.
- •Red Bull ranked top engine by FIA in ADUO ruling.
- •Mercedes allowed engine upgrades despite leading the championship.
- •Verstappen seeks clarity from FIA on ranking decision.
- •New regulations planned for 2027 could change power utilization.
- 3:46 PMMotorsport.com — Max Verstappen “confused” by FIA verdict that makes Red Bull engine F1’s benchmark
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Verstappen: Red Bull confused after being deemed to have best engine
"Max Verstappen says Red Bull are surprised and confused after being deemed to have the best Formula One engine in a ruling which will allow rivals including the dominant Mercedes to make upgrades to their package. Despite having won all six races so far this season, Mercedes will – under the ADUO (additional development and upgrade opportunities) system – be allowed to make an upgrade while Red Bull, who have just 72 points to Mercedes’ 244, will not.
"During the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, all teams and manufacturers received the outcome of the first ADUO period, Formula 1’s catch-up mechanism with Additional Upgrade and Development Opportunities. To the surprise of many in the paddock, Red Bull has been placed at the top of the rankings, meaning the newcomer is not allowed to further develop its power unit, while manufacturers such as ...Keep reading
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 11, 2026, 3:46 PMMax Verstappen “confused” by FIA verdict that makes Red Bull engine F1’s benchmark
During the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, all teams and manufacturers received the outcome of the first ADUO period, Formula 1’s catch-up mechanism with Additional Upgrade and Development Opportunities. To the surprise of many in the paddock, Red Bull has been placed at the top of the rankings, meaning the newcomer is not allowed to further develop its power unit, while manufacturers such as ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 3:40 PMVerstappen: Red Bull confused after being deemed to have best engine
Max Verstappen says Red Bull are surprised and confused after being deemed to have the best Formula One engine in a ruling which will allow rivals including the dominant Mercedes to make upgrades to their package. Despite having won all six races so far this season, Mercedes will – under the ADUO (additional development and upgrade opportunities) system – be allowed to make an upgrade while Red Bull, who have just 72 points to Mercedes’ 244, will not.
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