Milton Keynes is holding its breath. Six races after the first verification, the FIA is set to release its second ruling on the ADUO system—the technical oversight of power unit development—just before the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. For Red Bull, this moment is more than a formality; it's a rare chance to finally touch the heart of their RB25's performance.
The context is intriguing. In the first ADUO assessment announced at the Monaco GP, Red Bull was surprisingly judged to have the strongest V6 engine on the grid. Consequently, the British team was barred from making any development interventions—a bitter irony given their struggles at the front of the field this season. Now, new hope emerges: if the FIA rules otherwise, Red Bull gets the green light to develop their Ford-powered unit.
However, that hope faces a complex reality. Mercedes, Red Bull's main rival in terms of power units, is seen as having made no major breakthroughs in the last six races. This means a change in the ADUO ranking is unlikely—unless other factors alter the FIA's technical assessment. Engineers in Milton Keynes know the odds of overturning the decision are slim, but they remain optimistic.
What's even more anticipated is the impact on the 2026 season. This second ADUO becomes the deciding factor before the year's final checkpoint, which coincides with the US Grand Prix. If Red Bull fails to get approval, they'll have to wait until next season for a complete overhaul of their engine concept—a delay that could be fatal in their title defense.
On the other side, Monza is also a crucial stage for Ferrari. The Maranello squad plans to introduce a new power unit with improvements derived from the ADUO-2 package, following the first upgrade that debuted in Austria. It's a bold move on a track that heavily relies on straight-line speed—something that has been Ferrari's weakness. If successful, Monza could be the turning point of their season.
With all the intrigue surrounding the 2026 technical regulations, the FIA's decision ahead of Monza will shake up the balance of power. Red Bull wants freedom, Ferrari waits for momentum, and the rest watch from afar. The tension in the paddock this season has never been this high—and the next round in Italy will be the witness.
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