Red Bull's recent success

Max Verstappen secured two consecutive victories in Malaysia and Singapore, but Ferrari's team principal, Frédéric Vasseur, is not yet ready to label Red Bull as the dominant team in Formula 1.

Tight competition in the sport

Vasseur believes the competition among the top four teams—Ferrari, Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull—remains highly balanced, with technical developments potentially shifting the standings at any time.

Red Bull's return to form

After a challenging start to the 2026 season, Red Bull has regained its position at the front of the grid, thanks to a major development program launched in Baku. This has led to five consecutive podium finishes for Verstappen, including two victories from pole position.

Vasseur's cautious view

Despite Red Bull's recent success, Vasseur does not believe they have the most competitive car. He notes that Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull have all won races this season, showing the competition remains tight and unpredictable.

Importance of starting position

Vasseur highlighted that Verstappen's victory in Singapore was influenced by his strong start, which allowed him to control the race on a circuit where overtaking is difficult. Ferrari struggled to make up time when following other cars closely.

Focus on Ferrari's performance

Vasseur emphasizes that Ferrari's priority is to maximize its own performance rather than focusing on whether any one team is superior. With all four top teams still in contention, the season's outcome remains uncertain.