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Verstappen discusses future race engineer as Lambiase plans McLaren move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 1:42 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Verstappen discusses future race engineer as Lambiase plans McLaren move

Summary

Max Verstappen revealed plans for succession in his engineering team as Gianpiero Lambiase is set to leave Red Bull for McLaren in 2028. Lambiase has been with Verstappen since 2016 and will fulfill his contract until the end of 2027. Verstappen confirmed he has potential successors in mind, indicating a gradual handover process. The transition comes amid a shifting at Red Bull, which has seen multiple key personnel changes leading into the 2026 season. Verstappen aims to ensure a seamless transition, recognizing the importance of long-term collaboration with the new engineer.

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Key Details

•Lambiase will join McLaren at the start of 2028.
•Verstappen has identified potential successors within the team.
•Lambiase will complete the 2027 season at Red Bull.
•Red Bull has experienced significant staff changes in recent seasons.
•Verstappen aims to manage the handover gradually.

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1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen Reveals Red Bull Already Has Next Race Engineer Lined Up as Timeline Revealed

What they're saying

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Gianpiero Lambiase is the only race engineer Max Verstappen has had since joining Red Bull in 2016. That changes in 2028, when Lambiase departs for McLaren as Chief Racing Officer. The question now isn’t whether Verstappen will need someone new…
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