P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull’s season would have been remembered for Christian Horner’s firing, had it not been for Max Verstappen almost completing the most ridiculous of title comebacks.
Red Bull’s 2025 campaign was marked by Max Verstappen’s outstanding performance, securing eight victories but falling just short of winning the drivers’ championship to Lando Norris.
Verstappen’s resilient fight back from a 104-point deficit in the season showcased his exceptional driving skills and determination, bringing the championship battle to a thrilling finale in Abu Dhabi.
Despite Red Bull’s leadership changes with Horner being replaced by Mekies and Marko’s departure, Verstappen continued to excel, extracting maximum performance from the car throughout the season.
However, the struggles of Yuki Tsunoda in the second seat proved to be a significant weakness for Red Bull, with a vast performance gap between him and Verstappen costing the team valuable points in the constructors’ battle.
Tsunoda’s difficulties were highlighted by his qualifying performances and the lack of top-eight finishes, ultimately showing the challenges he faced in adapting to championship-winning machinery.
