P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Both the drivers’ and constructors’ crowns are at stake for Red Bull as it looks to arrest its F1 slide.
Helmut Marko has stated that Red Bull is willing to give up the constructors’ championship to ensure Max Verstappen can win the drivers’ title. The team’s chances in both championships are in jeopardy due to recent poor performances and car issues, with Verstappen calling the car “undriveable.” Despite this, Verstappen remains 62 points ahead of his nearest rival, Lando Norris. Red Bull is struggling to address balance problems with the RB20 while McLaren’s MCL38 is currently the fastest car on the grid. Marko emphasized the importance of prioritizing Verstappen’s championship bid over the team’s performance, especially with Sergio Perez’s struggles. In Marko’s view, securing the drivers’ championship for Max is now Red Bull’s primary focus.
