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Laurent Mekies was appointed as the new Red Bull team principal and CEO on July 9th after Christian Horner’s departure.
Max Verstappen believes that Laurent Mekies’ full impact on Red Bull will not be fully realized until next season, following his appointment to replace Christian Horner.
Mekies was chosen to replace Horner, who was let go after a 20-year tenure, and the change has already seen positive results, with Verstappen winning the Italian GP, placing second in Zandvoort, and winning the Belgian GP Sprint.
Despite the recent successes, Verstappen feels that Mekies’ true influence will be more apparent in the upcoming season, especially with significant rule changes on the horizon.
Verstappen highlighted the importance of Mekies understanding the team dynamics and operations before making substantial changes.
While the current car may not see drastic alterations, the long-term impact of Mekies’ leadership is expected to shape Red Bull’s future performance and operations, as Verstappen and the team aim for continued improvement.
