Red Bull secures engine deal for 2016

"It is kind of gone full circle, they thought they had a Merc, then they tried for a Honda and Ferrari and got knocked back and a somewhat bruised engine partner is now supplying them again for 2016 and I think they will now allow others in to try and help progress the engine like Mario Illien of Ilmor", said Sky Sports F1's Martin Brundle. Nearly every lap we had to do something about our electronic issues, so under the circumstances, we did absolutely the best job we could today and I'm happy about that.

After months of speculation, ahead of this morning's opening session in Abu Dhabi, Horner confirmed to reporters that a deal has been agreed, though he was unable (unwilling) to give further details.

So while there is still doubt, particularly with Toro Rosso's sensational rookie Max Verstappen also under contract to Red Bull, Russian Kvyat admitted to some nerves.

"It's expensive. The technology is fantastic, but we're not doing a great job of communicating that, and it's put a situation where probably half the grid is now insolvent", Horner said.

Renault should be in formula one next year in some capacity, but it will be a transition year.

As Lotus continued its battle in one last Grand Prix this season and put together another last-minute effort to get their cars ready for Saturday's race in Abu Dhabi, Renault Formula 1 chief Cyril Abiteboul has said an announcement regarding their takeover of the Enstone team will be made next week.

Asked if he fights harder when his auto is more competitive, he said: "I don't want to be like I try harder when I am fighting for a win". Mario Illien, who has been working for Red Bull in a consultancy capacity, is expected to play a key role in the new arrangement. We have Renault people already at the factory and it doesn't change anything.