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Max Verstappen says the things were “already a bit alarming” for Red Bull, but insists the team does not need to “panic” at the moment.
Max Verstappen admitted that the situation at Red Bull was concerning even before Lando Norris’ dominant win in the Dutch Grand Prix. Verstappen finished second in his home race, nearly 23 seconds behind Norris, who also claimed the fastest lap. Despite initially leading, Verstappen couldn’t match the pace of the McLaren. Verstappen acknowledged that recent races had not been great for them, which was already worrying. While Verstappen’s lead in the drivers’ championship is still secure, Red Bull faces a tougher battle in the constructors’ championship, with McLaren closing the gap with strong performances. Verstappen emphasized the team’s focus on improvement, acknowledging the complexities of Formula 1.
