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A member of the Red Bull F1 team has shared the one thing the entire squad must do during every single race weekend, or risk facing consequences.
A member of Red Bull F1 team shared a crucial ritual that the entire squad must adhere to during each race weekend to avoid negative consequences. The team’s success in F1 has been largely attributed to their strategic prowess, specifically the guidance provided by Head of Race Strategy, Hannah Schmitz. It was revealed that Schmitz enforces a superstition where everyone must step off the pitwall for the national anthem due to past misfortunes when this was neglected. Hannah Schmitz, known for her calm demeanor, has risen through the ranks at Red Bull, holding key positions in the strategy team before becoming the Head of Race Strategy in 2026 after the departure of Will Courtenay. One of her notable achievements was the decisive pit strategy that led to Max Verstappen’s victory at the 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix, showcasing her strategic acumen and contribution to the team’s success.
