MILTON KEYNES, England (AP) – GianPiero Lambiase, the race engineer for Max Verstappen, will leave Red Bull Racing in 2028 to take on the role of chief racing officer at Formula 1 rival McLaren.
Red Bull confirmed that Lambiase, who also serves as the team’s head of racing, will transition when his current contract concludes.
Red Bull expressed appreciation for Lambiase’s contributions, noting his tenure with the team since 2015. The team affirmed their commitment to achieving further success alongside Lambiase until his departure.
Transition to McLaren
Upon joining McLaren, Lambiase will assume responsibilities currently held by team principal Andrea Stella, who will delegate some of his duties. McLaren stated that the chief racing officer role is already established within their organizational structure.
Impact on Verstappen’s Future
The announcement of Lambiase’s move has sparked discussions regarding Verstappen’s future in Formula 1. The four-time world champion has openly criticized the sport’s increasing reliance on electric power and has expressed desires to focus on personal projects and family time.
Recently, Verstappen indicated he might consider his options regarding his career at the end of the current season, although he has not confirmed any intentions to leave the sport.