Red Bull F1® RB22 and the Return of the Blue
Red Bull F1® RB22 and the Return of the Blue
In a stunning nod to their origins, Red Bull Racing has revealed a vibrant, "throwback" blue livery for the 2026 season. Honouring their debut look from 2005, the RB22 trades the matte navy of recent years for a more colourful, classic aesthetic.
Max Verstappen was on hand for the reveal, looking every bit the champion, ready to reclaim his crown after a hard-fought 2025.
The "New Generation" Lineup
The big story isn't just the paint; it’s the person standing next to Max.
As we previously discussed, Isack Hadjar has officially completed his meteoric rise, stepping into the second seat to partner the three-time World Champion.
It’s a bold move by Laurent Mekies, pairing the most clinical driver on the grid with the "Rookie of the Year" who has proven he has the grit to survive the Red Bull pressure cooker.
Livery vs. Reality
Let’s be clear: what we saw on stage was a show car.
At Senate Grand Prix, we know the game—you don’t show your 2026 floor geometry or active aero secrets in a flashy media launch.
The real RB22, the one designed to master the 50/50 hybrid power split, is currently being guarded by security in a darkened garage, ready for the Barcelona blackout in seven days.
An Unknown Frontier
Max looked genuinely excited, and why wouldn't he be?
2026 is a blank slate. With the new regulations, even a team as dominant as Red Bull is stepping into the unknown. For Hadjar, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime; for Max, it’s a chance to prove that he can win in any era, with any engine, and in any colour.
The blue is back, the "Terminator" is ready, and the rookie is hungry. Barcelona can't come soon enough.
And as always, when the lights go out and the drama unfolds, here at Senate Grand Prix, there is only one winner, and that's you, the race fans!
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