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Max Verstappen warns Red Bull may be garage-bound in shocking 2026 F1 test prediction

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
January 14, 2026
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Max Verstappen warns Red Bull may be garage-bound in shocking 2026 F1 test prediction

PORTIMAO, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 25: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (33) Aston Martin Red Bull Racing RB16 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Portugal at Autodromo Internacional do Algarve on October 25, 2020 in Portimao, Portugal. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202010250262 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen Drops Bombshell Prediction Ahead of Red Bull’s 2026 F1 Test!

As the countdown to the 2026 Formula 1 season begins, Max Verstappen has sent shockwaves through the racing community with a startling prediction regarding Red Bull Racing’s performance during the pivotal first test session at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Scheduled from January 26 to January 30, this inaugural test is expected to be more about data analysis than high-speed laps, according to the reigning world champion himself!

In a candid revelation, Verstappen foresees a significant amount of time being spent in the garage rather than on the track. “None of us have any idea about the new car or the engine,” he confessed in an interview with Blick. This uncertainty is palpable as the team grapples with a fresh set of technical regulations that will define the 2026 season. Verstappen believes the initial outing will be more about gathering insights than showing off speed. “I think that during the first tests in Barcelona starting on 26 January, we’ll be spending more time in the garages than out on the track,” he elaborated.

This year’s test marks a monumental shift for Red Bull, as they will debut their own power unit, a significant milestone for the Milton Keynes-based squad. With Ford’s collaboration in developing this all-new engine, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The engine’s performance is set to be a crucial factor in determining the hierarchy in F1, and Verstappen’s acknowledgment of the unknowns adds an intriguing layer to the unfolding narrative. “Yes, I’ve been to the factory a few times,” he shared, but ultimately, he emphasized that “everyone is still in the dark.”

Looking ahead, Verstappen remains hopeful that the second test in Bahrain, scheduled for February, will provide the team with a clearer understanding of their new setup. “Hopefully, we’ll all be a bit wiser after the two tests in Bahrain in February,” he stated, hinting at the intense scrutiny and preparation that lie ahead.

As Red Bull gears up to tackle the challenges of the 2026 season, all eyes will be on their performance in these initial test sessions. Will they emerge as the dominant force or struggle to find their footing in an unpredictable new era? One thing is for certain: the racing world is eagerly awaiting what promises to be a thrilling season!

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