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Red Bull boss Christian Horner believes the team’s operational sharpness is an asset that helped Max Verstappen beat Lando Norris to the F1 Drivers’ title in 2024.
Last season, Verstappen clinched his fourth consecutive championship, but the Constructors’ title went to McLaren as Red Bull lost ground. Despite a strong start with three 1-2 finishes, Red Bull fell behind after a significant upgrade from McLaren at the Miami Grand Prix. Norris and McLaren ended up snatching the crown from Red Bull due to mid-season developments causing balance issues for Red Bull. Norris couldn’t catch Verstappen, who secured the title with two races left, but Horner expects McLaren to provide a tougher challenge next season. Despite McLaren’s strategic mishaps, Red Bull and Verstappen capitalized on opportunities and maintained their lead, drawing from their experience in handling tough periods in the past.
