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Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson's new Red Bull RB21 has been unveiled for the first time. 

With the livery already having been unveiled last week during the F1 75 launch event, Red Bull is set to run the new car for the first time in a filming day in Bahrain on Tuesday (25th February) ahead of pre-season testing starting on Wednesday 26th.

READ MORE: Red Bull's new RB21 breaks cover ahead of pre-season testing

Lawson makes 'extra tough' early Red Bull prediction

Liam Lawson has acknowledged he is not expected to be in a highly competitive position when he makes his Red Bull F1 debut next month.

The New Zealander has been promoted to the front-running squad for the upcoming campaign, replacing Sergio Perez who endured a difficult 2024 season with Red Bull.

READ MORE: Lawson makes 'extra tough' early Red Bull prediction

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Jos Verstappen opens door for new Max venture

Jos Verstappen has not ruled out competing with his son Max in some form of motorsport but it appears the four-time F1 drivers' champion will have to fight on his father's turf.

The Red Bull driver has mentioned in the past how much he would like to compete alongside his dad in endurance racing, with a particular eye on the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

READ MORE: Jos Verstappen opens door for new Max venture

Notable Red Bull figure departs key F1 role

Long-time Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas has confirmed he has taken on a new position within the team.

Nicholas, who has worked in the Red Bull garage for 10 years, is now a Red Bull ambassador and will no longer carry out mechanic duties at the squad.

READ MORE: Notable Red Bull figure departs key F1 role

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Sainz makes eye-opening ‘half a year’ Williams prediction

Carlos Sainz has acknowledged it will take half a year before he is driving at his optimal level at Williams this year.

Sainz has joined the Grove-based squad on a multi-year deal following a four-season stint at Ferrari.

READ MORE: Sainz makes eye-opening ‘half a year’ Williams prediction

Why Ferrari could hold the early advantage at pre-season testing

F1 teams will take part in a three-day test from the Bahrain International Circuit this week.

The outing will allow all of the squads to collect crucial data ahead of what is predicted to be one of the closest seasons in some time.

READ MORE: Why Ferrari could hold the early advantage at pre-season testing

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