RIP Red Bull Racing (2005-2026): The Autopsy of an F1 EmpireHosts: Jason Hassett & The Casual F1 Fan🪦 The End of an Era:From the dizzying heights of the Vettel dominance and the Verstappen dynasty to the absolute catastrophic cliff of the 2026 regulations, Red Bull Racing as we know it is gone. In this special retrospective and breakdown, we’re pulling out the scalpel to perform a full autopsy on the Milton Keynes squad. How did a team that seemed utterly invincible tear itself apart in just a few short seasons? From power unit gambles to paddock politics, we break down the definitive timeline of the collapse of one of Formula 1’s greatest empires.🚨 The Brain Drain & The Power Struggle:We trace the exact moments the foundation cracked. Was the departure of Adrian Newey the killing blow, or was it the internal civil war that pushed out key engineering talent? We dive deep into the impossible position Pierre Waché was left in, the mass exodus of senior staff, and how a toxic environment off the track ultimately doomed the RB22 on the track.💥 The 2026 Engine Gamble That Failed:Red Bull Powertrains was supposed to be the ultimate flex of independence. Instead, the 2026 engine overhaul exposed the team. We dissect the technical failures of the new power unit, the missteps in the active aero philosophy, and why jumping into bed with Ford couldn't save them from the brutal reality of the new regulations.📉 What Happens to Max?A sinking ship can't hold a generational talent forever. With the RB22 proving to be an un-drivable tractor and Max Verstappen looking visibly exhausted by the lack of performance, we discuss the ultimate exit strategies. Is an early retirement truly on the table, or will he jump ship to the very teams picking over Red Bull's carcass?👑 The Heirs to the Throne:Nature abhors a vacuum, and the F1 paddock is no different. With Red Bull effectively out of the picture, we look at who is actually capitalizing:Mercedes (W17): Are the Silver Arrows officially back to their 2014-era dominance with their mastery of the 2026 regs?Ferrari (SF-26): Can Hamilton and Leclerc bring the championship back to Maranello, or will strategic blunders haunt them even without Red Bull in the way?The Aston Martin Irony: Is Adrian Newey sitting comfortably in green, watching his old empire burn while trying to fix his own Aston Martin headaches?🎧 Also in this Episode:The Highest Highs & Lowest Lows: We rank the absolute peak of the Red Bull era versus the most painful moments of their downfall.The Corporate Failure Angle: Looking at the collapse not just as a sporting loss, but as a massive failure in corporate strategy and succession planning.Awards: Our picks for the greatest Red Bull car of all time, the biggest mistake in their history, and the driver who got done the dirtiest by the Milton Keynes machine.📢 Join the Debate!What do you think was the exact turning point that killed Red Bull Racing? Where does Max Verstappen go from here? Drop your thoughts below! 👇#F1 #RedBullRacing #F12026 #MaxVerstappen #ChristianHorner #AdrianNewey #F1Podcast #Formula1 #RIPRedBull