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Verstappen's Engineer Lambiase Joins McLaren
9 Apr
Summary
- GianPiero Lambiase moves to McLaren after over a decade with Red Bull.
- He will take a senior role, bolstering McLaren's existing Red Bull contingent.
- Lambiase's move comes amidst Verstappen's own considerations about his F1 future.
GianPiero Lambiase, the race engineer instrumental in Max Verstappen's Formula 1 championships, is departing Red Bull to join McLaren. After more than ten years with the team, Lambiase will transition to a senior position at McLaren, though the exact timing is still being finalized due to his existing contract with Red Bull. His move is anticipated by 2028 at the latest.
Lambiase's arrival at McLaren will further bolster their leadership, which already features former Red Bull employees Rob Marshall and Will Courtenay. This high-profile departure follows a series of significant exits from Red Bull in recent years, including team principal Christian Horner and advisor Helmut Marko.
Verstappen has publicly praised Lambiase's dedication and their strong personal bond, calling him a "friend" and "a proper example." Lambiase's potential move had been rumored since last winter. His transition occurs while Verstappen himself expresses concerns about his Formula 1 career, particularly regarding the new car regulations planned for 2026, which he has described as "anti-racing."
