Bradley Scanes is a world-class high-performance coach who has operated at the pinnacle of global sport, guiding champions in environments where marginal gains decide history. He is best known for serving as Performance Coach to Max Verstappen, working within Red Bull Racing during a period that delivered four consecutive Formula 1 World Championships from 2021 to 2024. Bradley oversaw physical conditioning, physiotherapy, nutrition, recovery and sleep, while embedding the mindset required to perform under relentless scrutiny. His role demanded absolute precision, consistency and trust, qualities that now shape his work with leaders and teams beyond the track.
Before entering Formula 1, Bradley built his expertise through a rigorous clinical and sporting pathway. After qualifying as a physiotherapist, he began his career in the NHS, developing a strong medical foundation before transitioning into elite sport. He became Head of Medical at Southend United Football Club, leading medical strategy within a professional football environment. His progression continued with national governing bodies, including Physiotherapist for British Gymnastics and support roles across Team GB programmes. Working closely with Olympic gold medallist Max Whitlock, Bradley contributed to performances that secured Olympic and World Championship success, reinforcing his reputation for delivering results on the world stage.
In Formula 1, Bradley operated in one of the most demanding performance arenas in sport. Race calendars span continents, pressure is constant, and outcomes can hinge on a single moment. As Human Performance Consultant for Red Bull Racing, he supported not only a lead driver but also the wider performance ecosystem, helping shape preparation, communication and recovery strategies. His work extended into organisational performance, aligning physical readiness with psychological resilience and team cohesion. During the dramatic 2021 championship finale, preparation across mindset and recovery proved critical in sustaining composure and execution under extraordinary pressure.
Today, Bradley works across international motorsport and elite sport as Founder and Director of Elite Formula Physio & Training, consulting with athletes, teams and organisations seeking sustained excellence. His speaking engagements translate championship lessons into practical strategies for business, focusing on resilience, adaptability, leadership and energy management. Bradley combines evidence-based science with lived experience from title-winning campaigns, equipping audiences with clear tools to perform consistently when stakes are high and change is constant.
