Toto Wolff has issued an update regarding his Mercedes team's pursuit of Red Bull F1 star Max Verstappen . Red Bull chief Helmut Marko has slammed the FIA for their latest switch on attitudes towards flexible wing designs used on Formula 1 cars.

After struggling with setup issues through Australian Grand Prix practice, Max Verstappen was surprised by his Red Bull car's performance on Saturday as the Formula 1 defending champion took third place in qualifying for the season-opening race.

The 2025 season could just be the continuation of last year's second half of the season for Red Bull Racing, with a car that once again cannot bring what Max Verstappen would like. Last season led to some moments when Verstappen was harshly judged in the media about his car.

Red Bull chief Helmut Marko has slammed the FIA for their latest clampdown on flexible wing designs used on Formula 1 cars. Following increased inspections on the use of flexible wings in 2024 following team complaints, all 10 teams' designs were eventually deemed to be legal, but the sport's governing body has issued new guidance for 2025.

Max Verstappen will start the Australian Grand Prix in fifth and it's claimed the Red Bull driver has made a demand of the team's social media department.