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F1 teams expect energy management “shock” at Spa, Max Verstappen signs McLaren junior

Reporting from the paddock at Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix, Ronald Vording breaks down the story in the latest edition of the F1 Update, while also analysing Red Bull's decision not to run its controversial flexing rear wing package this weekend. The episode also covers Charles Leclerc's adaptation to Formula 1's all-new 2026 cars, why Lewis Hamilton is still not using Ferrari's simulator, and the latest developments in Mercedes' increasingly intriguing intra-team battle. FOLLOW us online: Website: https://www.autosport.com/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/AUTOSPORT Twitter: https://twitter.com/autosport Instagram: http://instagram.com/autosport

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Duration
11:07
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Series
Formula 1
Event
Belgian GP
Sub-event
Thursday
Location
Circuit de Spa Francorchamps