Ferrari's Fred Vasseur Questions Red Bull's Status in F1

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has expressed doubt about Red Bull's status as the leading team in Formula 1, even as Max Verstappen has secured three consecutive race wins in 2026.

Verstappen's victories include a dominant performance in Malaysia and wins in both the Singapore sprint and grand prix. This success follows Red Bull's significant upgrades introduced in Baku, which have helped them close the gap to third-placed McLaren.

Vasseur noted that the competitive landscape has shifted throughout the season, with Mercedes initially dominating before Ferrari and McLaren also claimed victories. He emphasized that the situation remains fluid, with potential changes in team standings depending on future upgrades. Vasseur's comments came in response to assertions from Mercedes driver George Russell, who labeled Red Bull as the team to beat.