P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Jos Verstappen has asserted that Red Bull must take “a good look in the mirror” amid the team’s latest loss to McLaren in last weekend’s Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix. Red Bull commenced the campaign appearing unstoppable once again as Max Verstappen headed three 1-2 race results with Sergio Perez in the opening five rounds. […]
Red Bull started the campaign strong with three 1-2 finishes led by Max Verstappen, but McLaren’s upgrades saw Lando Norris clinch a 22-second win over Verstappen, raising concerns within Red Bull about losing the lead. Verstappen acknowledged the car’s difficulties, affecting performance in both qualifying and races. Verstappen’s father criticized the team’s struggles and urged them to self-reflect on their current situation. The tension between Verstappen’s camp and Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has escalated, leading to senior personnel departures amid the team’s challenges. Despite the winless streak, Verstappen remains composed, focusing on resolving the car issues and staying optimistic for the upcoming races.
