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Max Verstappen clinches a morale-boosting win for Red Bull in the Spa sprint race.
Max Verstappen highlighted the importance of positive energy for Red Bull Racing after his win in the Belgian Grand Prix sprint, amidst a turbulent period for the team in Formula 1. The shocking exit of Christian Horner, the long-time team principal, led to Laurent Mekies being elevated to the role, with his management change dominating headlines in the lead-up to the Spa weekend. Despite the upheaval, Verstappen’s victory over championship leader Oscar Piastri provided a much-needed boost for the team. Verstappen expressed his commitment to always giving his best, regardless of leadership changes, and considered the win with Mekies at the helm a positive start. While it’s early to draw conclusions, Verstappen praised Mekies’ energy and motivation, looking forward to continued success with the new team principal in the future.
