Hold on to your hats, racing fans! Ever wondered what it would be like to see a Formula 1 world champion behind the wheel of a roaring Supercar? Well, wonder no more! A thrilling video has just been released by Red Bull featuring none other than Max Verstappen tearing up the track in a Ford Mustang Gen3 Supercar.
This isn't just a casual joyride, though. The video showcases Verstappen in a head-to-head battle against rising star Arvid Lindblad, a young gun recently recruited by the Racing Bulls F1 team. The premise? A spectacular series of challenges celebrating a century of Ford's rich motorsport history. Think of it as a high-octane history lesson, but with burning rubber instead of dusty textbooks.
The grand finale (fast forward to around 17 minutes and 30 seconds in the video) is where the real magic happens. Verstappen gets his hands on a Supercar, while Lindblad pilots a stunning Mustang GT3. The showdown is set, and the engines are screaming!
Now, about that Supercar… Rumor has it that it's the very same Dick Johnson Racing-built machine that Ford acquired. (You can find more details about this at https://www.v8sleuth.com.au/sold-the-gen3-mustang-that-now-lives-in-the-usa/). But here's where it gets interesting: for this video, the Supercar received a special makeover, sporting a Red Bull Ampol livery, complete with the name "Feeney" and the number #88. This is a clear nod to Triple Eight Race Engineering, who have stepped up to become the Blue Oval's new homologation team. This decision wasn't without its critics, and some fans felt it was a strange choice, given Triple Eight's long and successful history with Holden. What do you think about this partnership? Is it a good move for Ford, or does it feel a little… off?
The breathtaking footage was captured on the external road course at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The location is fitting, as Ford Racing is gearing up to unveil its international 2026 season launch in Detroit tomorrow morning (Australian time). And this is the part most people miss: the video is more than just entertainment; it's a strategic move by Ford to build excitement and anticipation for their upcoming racing endeavors.
So, what's your take on Verstappen's Supercar skills? Does this video make you more excited about the future of Ford Racing? And, perhaps more importantly, who do you think would win in a real head-to-head race: Verstappen in the Supercar or Lindblad in the GT3? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
