Verstappen praises Red Bull's first win with own engine at Bahrain GP
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:21 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Max Verstappen secured a significant victory for Red Bull at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on October 5, 2026. This win marked the team's first triumph using its own engine, a development Verstappen described as 'amazing.' The result comes after a challenging start to the season for Red Bull, underscoring the team's resilience. Following this achievement, attention will turn to upcoming races and how Red Bull builds on this performance.
- •Max Verstappen won the Bahrain GP in Malaysia.
- •The victory is Red Bull's first with its own engine.
- •Verstappen highlighted the team's resilience this season.
- •This win could influence Red Bull's strategies in upcoming races.
- 10:31 AMESPN F1 — Verstappen: Bahrain GP win 'special' for Red Bull
- 10:14 AMMotorsport.com — Christian Horner responds to Red Bull - Ford Malaysia win
"Max Verstappen delivered the first win for Red Bull of the 2026 Formula 1 season in Malaysia at the Bahrain Grand Prix, extending his win tally to an incredible 72. While it was a triumphant return to the top of the podium for the Dutchman, it was a huge moment for the team's partnership with Ford. Christian Horner, the man who set this chapter in motion, has now reacted to the win. Horner, who ...Keep reading
"Max Verstappen praised Red Bull's resilience through a tough start to 2026 after he delivered the team an "amazing" first win with its own engine at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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External links- ESPN F1Oct 5, 2026, 10:31 AMVerstappen: Bahrain GP win 'special' for Red Bull
Max Verstappen praised Red Bull's resilience through a tough start to 2026 after he delivered the team an "amazing" first win with its own engine at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
- Motorsport.comOct 5, 2026, 10:14 AMChristian Horner responds to Red Bull - Ford Malaysia win
Max Verstappen delivered the first win for Red Bull of the 2026 Formula 1 season in Malaysia at the Bahrain Grand Prix, extending his win tally to an incredible 72. While it was a triumphant return to the top of the podium for the Dutchman, it was a huge moment for the team's partnership with Ford. Christian Horner, the man who set this chapter in motion, has now reacted to the win. Horner, who ...Keep reading
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