Why Ferrari's F1 engine upgrade couldn't save its Austrian GP

Having risen to full steam at Barcelona, the Ferrari F1 title hype train risks derailment already after Austria, with a disappointing debut race for its much-anticipated upgraded engine. Qualifying at the Red Bull Ring promised so much, with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton getting in between the Mercedes duo, potentially setting up a Barcelona rematch - only for Sunday to prove to be nothing like that. Both drivers were baffled at the day-to-day downturn, which we've examined in more depth as Ferrari suffered what Hamilton called a "reality check". 00:00 Hype train derailed 01:57 A big power issue 05:02 Another weakness exposed 06:48 Reality check Published: 2026-06-29
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