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Toto Wolff praises Red Bull’s powertrain success: a thrilling showdown ahead in F1 2026!

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
February 9, 2026
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Toto Wolff praises Red Bull’s powertrain success: a thrilling showdown ahead in F1 2026!

Title: Red Bull’s Engine Revolution: Toto Wolff Acknowledges Their Impressive Debut Amidst Controversy

In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, no one can afford to sit back and relax, especially with the thrilling new era of 2026 regulations on the horizon. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has dropped a bombshell by praising Red Bull Powertrains for their strong engine debut during the Barcelona shakedown run. However, this compliment comes wrapped in a narrative that’s as complex as the machines themselves.

Wolff’s remarks come in light of the significant upheaval within the F1 landscape, particularly amidst Red Bull’s strategic poaching of over 200 former Mercedes employees, a move that has not gone unnoticed. Christian Horner, Red Bull's team principal, has previously highlighted this workforce acquisition, raising eyebrows and questions about the competitive integrity of the sport. Yet, despite the controversy, Wolff admits, “When it comes to Red Bull, I think they’ve done a good job,” after witnessing their new Ford-powered engine perform reliably during the first testing days.

The Barcelona shakedown, held in late January, was a closed-door event that allowed teams, except for Williams, to unveil their new machinery under the strict scrutiny of the clock. While the media was kept at bay, whispers of engine performance and reliability leaked through unofficial channels, igniting excitement and speculation. Notably, the new Mercedes, Red Bull Ford, and Ferrari engines showcased commendable reliability, with very few interruptions—an essential factor as teams gear up for a fierce season.

Wolff, however, remains cautiously optimistic. “It’s looked like there is no one that is really collapsing,” he stated, while emphasizing that the true test will come when the stopwatch is activated. “I’m really happy how it went for us, in terms of interaction, power unit deployment, and the chassis. But we don’t have a performance picture yet.” He pointedly noted that until they see stars like Max Verstappen and rivals like McLaren and Ferrari push their cars to the limit, any conclusions about performance remain premature.

The spotlight also turns to Isack Hadjar, who has emerged as a key player in the Red Bull lineup. Wolff acknowledged Hadjar’s impressive 107 laps on the first day of testing, highlighting that “you’ve got to give them that.” This early success, while promising, leaves us all on the edge of our seats, eager for the official pre-season test in Bahrain from February 11-13, and the second round from February 18-20.

As the countdown to the new season begins, the tension is palpable. Will Red Bull’s engine innovation, bolstered by their newly acquired talents from Mercedes, turn the tides in their favor? Wolff’s admission only adds fuel to the fire, intensifying the rivalry and anticipation that is the essence of Formula 1.

Keep your engines revved and your eyes peeled, as the drama unfolds both on and off the track. In the cutthroat arena of motorsport, every lap counts, and the stakes have never been higher.

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