Can Red Bull keep up their momentum after Verstappen’s Sepang win?

Max Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 season with a dominant performance at the Sepang Grand Prix. After showcasing his incredible pace by topping every phase of qualifying and taking pole position with two laps that were each fast enough for the top spot, he left his competitors expecting a runaway race. This stellar performance by the Dutchman and the Red Bull team raises crucial questions about where this sudden surge in competitive pace has come from, leaving the paddock eager to see if they can maintain this momentum.